Alpha-H Cleansers Clear Skin Daily Face & Body Wash
Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Alpha H, Cleansers This versatile cleansing gel uses 2% salicylic acid to target breakouts and reduces blemishes.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
CleansingSodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cleansers Clear Skin Daily Face & Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, xanthan gum) 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
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: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~9.9–14.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilNiacinamide~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSalicylic acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPotassium hydroxide~1.2–1.8%
Xanthan gum~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolThymus vulgaris leaf extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris leaf extractAcacia senegal gum extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.05–0.2%
- 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 juiceLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- 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, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Glycerin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Niacinamide, Salicylic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Thymus vulgaris leaf extract, Acacia senegal gum extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Caprylyl glycol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, 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.
| Alpha-HCleansers Clear Skin Daily Face & Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | The Perfect VVV Beauty Sheets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | $31.00 | $11.71−$19.29 | $7.16−$23.84 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Squalane | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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