Alpyn Beauty PlantGenius Creamy Bubbling Cleanser with Fruit Enzymes & AHAs
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ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract + 1 moreWorks well
“PlantGenius Creamy Bubbling Cleanser with Fruit Enzymes & AHAs”
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.
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Cetearyl alcohol + 2 moreCan be harsh
“PlantGenius Creamy Bubbling Cleanser with Fruit Enzymes & AHAs”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Carica papaya fruit extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl isethionate~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium hyaluronate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHamamelis virginiana extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractMethyl cocoate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractPolyacrylate-33~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium cocoyl apple amino acids~0.6–1.35%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Benzyl alcohol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTromethamine~0.35–0.85%
Carica papaya fruit extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Eclipta prostrata extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMoringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractGlycolic acid~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acidLactic acid~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acidAscorbic acid~0.15–0.6%
- 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 acidLinoleic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- 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 oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractArnica montana flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractBorago officinalis seed oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilRosa damascena flower extract~0.05–0.3%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- 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~0.05–0.15%
- 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 extractCeramide ng~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide ngAlcohol~0.01–0.05%
- 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 AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium hyaluronate, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Methyl cocoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Polyacrylate-33, Sodium cocoyl apple amino acids, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Tromethamine, Carica papaya fruit extract, Potassium sorbate, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Unknown, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Ascorbic acid, Linoleic acid, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Rosa damascena flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Ceramide ng, Alcohol
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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.
| Alpyn BeautyPlantGenius Creamy Bubbling Cleanser with Fruit Enzymes & AHAsYOUR PRODUCT | YEOUTHVitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night Cream | PrequelGLEANSER + GLYCOLIC | NaturiumThe Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 50% |
| Price | — | $41.90 | $20.00 | $6.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Inulin | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| 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 35 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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