Alba Botanica Hawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme
Works for
MoisturizingJojoba esters, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 9 moreWorks
“Vitamin E, aloe and jojoba soothe and moisturize.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
ExfoliationGluconolactone ~0.05–0.2%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Hawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishGluconolactone ~0.05–0.2%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Hawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Jojoba esters~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2–3%
- 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 juiceAnanas sativus fruit extract~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractCarica papaya fruit extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Zingiber officinale root extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractTocopheryl acetate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAllantoin~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBromelain~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCetyl alcohol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycerin~0.1–0.45%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Sodium riboflavin phosphate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAlcohol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCalcium gluconate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateGluconolactone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePotassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.01–0.05%
- 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, Jojoba esters, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Allantoin, Bromelain, Carbomer, Cetyl alcohol, Citric acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium riboflavin phosphate, Stearic acid, Alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Calcium gluconate, Gluconolactone, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Limonene
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| Alba BotanicaHawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple EnzymeYOUR PRODUCT | Pacifica BeautyGlow Baby Super Lit Enzyme Scrub | Medik8Pore Refining Scrub | Glo Skin BeautyBrightening Polish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $14.99 | $5.00−$9.99 | $38.91+$23.92 | $48.00+$33.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Alba Botanica - Hawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (0.45% - 1.00%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (glycerin 0.10% - 0.45%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Alba Botanica" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 14.99$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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