ACURE Resurfacing Glycolic & Unicorn Root Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Glyceryl stearate se + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Resurfacing Glycolic & Unicorn Root Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, disodium coco-glucoside citrate, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate se, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl lactylate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Resurfacing Glycolic & Unicorn Root Cleanser”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~9.9–12.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateGlyceryl stearate se~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateButyrospermum parkii butter~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterDecyl glucoside~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlyceryl oleate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlycerin~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPhenethyl alcohol~1.2–1.4%
Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateDisodium coco-glucoside citrate~0.6–0.9%
Sclerotium gum~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumGlyceryl caprylate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilJojoba esters~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersLactic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidGlycolic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidAmethyst extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aletris farinosa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Quartz~0.3–0.55%
Cannabis sativa seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractRubus fruticosus fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus fruticosus fruit extractPunica granatum extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractRosa canina fruit extract~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractAspalathus linearis leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
More about Aspalathus linearis leaf extractIngredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Glyceryl stearate se, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Decyl glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Glycerin, Phenethyl alcohol, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Disodium coco-glucoside citrate, Sclerotium gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Jojoba esters, Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Amethyst extract, Aletris farinosa root extract, Quartz, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Punica granatum extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ACUREResurfacing Glycolic & Unicorn Root CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | COSRXThe AHA BHA PHA LHA 35 Peel | Colleen Rothschild BeautyGlycolic Acid Peel Pads with Blue Agave | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 46% | 45% |
| Price | $13.99 | — | $12.18−$1.81 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 15 | 2 of 15 | 3 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
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