ADVANCED CLINICALS Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate + 8 moreCleanses gently
“This radiance boosting face cleanser, infused with Vitamin C, Ferulic Acid, Ginseng Root Extract, and Aloe Vera, washes away dirt, oil, and impurities for a radiant-looking complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mipa, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, hydrogenated vegetable glycerides citrate, polysorbate 20, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sorbeth-230 tetraoleate, sorbitan laurate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~7.6–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderAscorbic acid~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidDecyl glucoside~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSorbitan laurate~1.6–2%
Cocamide mipa~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaCoco-glucoside~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCitrus limon peel oil~0.8–1.2%
Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.6–0.9%
Ferulic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidPanax ginseng root extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPolysorbate 20~0.4–0.65%
Sodium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideHydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.6%
Polyquaternium-10~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Glyceryl oleate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSorbeth-230 tetraoleate~0.2–0.35%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHydrogenated vegetable glycerides citrate~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Ascorbic acid, Decyl glucoside, Sorbitan laurate, Cocamide mipa, Coco-glucoside, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Ferulic acid, Panax ginseng root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Polysorbate 20, Sodium chloride, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyquaternium-10, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl oleate, Sorbeth-230 tetraoleate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene
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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.
| ADVANCED CLINICALSVitamin C + Ferulic Acid CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | K-SECRETCalamine Secret Bar | BlissClear Genius Clarifying Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 41% |
| Price | $17.99 | $15.94−$2.05 | $9.60−$8.39 | $12.08−$5.91 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 13 | 1 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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