Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Clarifying Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.55–0.85%Under-dosed
“Helping to reduce and defend against blemishes, breakouts, and blocked pores, Ameliorate Clarifying Body Wash deeply cleanses the skin, removing dead cells, excess sebum, and impurities.”
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-blemishKaolin, Inulin + 1 moreNot delivered
“Formulated for blemish-prone skin, Ameliorate Clarifying Body Wash reduces and helps to prevent breakouts, blocked pores, and blackheads.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol denat. + 2 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~45–55%
Kaolin~5.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinDecyl glucoside~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideMontmorillonite~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A clay mineral. Can absorb oil from the surface of the skin
More about MontmorilloniteCocamidopropyl betaine~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineInulin~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium chloride~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideXanthan gum~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLactic acid~0.55–0.85%
- 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 acidSalix alba bark extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractPiroctone olamine~0.45–0.7%
Alcohol denat.~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Butylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBenzyl salicylate~0.35–0.65%
Morinda citrifolia leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Galactoarabinan~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCodium tomentosum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ecklonia cava extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Gelidium cartilagineum extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hizikia fusiforme extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Ci 77891~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Decyl glucoside, Montmorillonite, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Inulin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium chloride, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Lactic acid, Salix alba bark extract, Piroctone olamine, Alcohol denat., Butylene glycol, Benzyl salicylate, Morinda citrifolia leaf extract, Galactoarabinan, Sodium benzoate, Hexyl cinnamal, Citric acid, Codium tomentosum extract, Ecklonia cava extract, Gelidium cartilagineum extract, Hizikia fusiforme extract, Sodium hydroxide, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ci 42090
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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.
| AMELIORATEClarifying Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | SanexBiomeprotect Pro Hydrate Shower Gel | Luna DailyThe Hydrating Everywhere Spray-To-Wipe - With Prebiotics, Vitamins C & E, Omegas 3 & 6 | EucerinUrea Plus Shower Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | — | $5.94 | $12.00 | $10.63 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Pca | Linoleic Acid | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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