Alpyn Beauty Pore Perfecting Liquid Exfoliator with 2% BHA + Borage
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Product name: Pore Perfecting Liquid Exfoliator with 2% BHA + Borage”
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.
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Helianthus annuus seed oil + 15 moreWorks well
“Borage and tremella mushroom soothe and hydrate in a formula that respects your skin’s natural pH balance.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8
Evens skin toneSalicylic acid, Ascorbic acid + 1 moreNot delivered
“- Vitamin C: Visibly brightens skin ”
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 2 moreWorks well
“This nondrying liquid exfoliator dissolves pore-clogging dirt, oil, and dead skin cells, visibly minimizing enlarged pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 + 4 moreMay help
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, centella asiatica extract. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Gardenia florida fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSalicylic acid~1.5–2.2%
- 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 acidPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~2.4–3.6%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylateBorago officinalis extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.4–2.1%
- 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 juiceBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilTocopherol~0.8–1.2%
- 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 TocopherolGlycerin~0.55–1.25%
- 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 hydroxide~0.45–1%
Ascorbic acid~0.4–0.9%
- 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 acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.85%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilPhytic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidGardenia florida fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractMaltodextrin~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- 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 oilSqualane~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilNiacinamide~0.15–0.65%
- 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 NiacinamidePhyllostachys bambusoides extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractRosa damascena flower water~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterPyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractPrunus virginiana bark extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-sitosterol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Medicago sativa extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Centella asiatica extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.2%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateCitric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Salicylic acid, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Borago officinalis extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Benzyl alcohol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Ascorbic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Phytic acid, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Maltodextrin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Squalane, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Niacinamide, Phyllostachys bambusoides extract, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Prunus virginiana bark extract, Beta-sitosterol, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Sodium benzoate, Medicago sativa extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Centella asiatica extract, Unknown, Potassium sorbate, Sorbic acid, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Citric acid
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| Alpyn BeautyPore Perfecting Liquid Exfoliator with 2% BHA + BorageYOUR PRODUCT | Perricone MDRetinol Treatment & Moisturizer | GlossierSolution | Moon JuiceAcid Potion Resurfacing Exfoliator | |
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| Match | — | 78% | 76% | 76% |
| Price | $39.00 | — | $30.00−$9.00 | $39.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Gluconolactone | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
"Alpyn Beauty - Pore Perfecting Liquid Exfoliator with 2% BHA + Borage" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Exfoliation and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.40% - 0.90%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.10% - 0.40%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Salicylic acid (1.50% - 2.20%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.10% - 0.40%, tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract 0.15% - 0.65%, sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.65% and glycerin 0.55% - 1.25%). 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 "Alpyn Beauty" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 36 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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