AMELIORATE Face Care Resurfacing Facial Cleanser
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CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Polysorbate 80 + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Face Care Resurfacing Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl olivate, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, polysorbate 80, sorbitan olivate) 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.
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
“, Comforts, relieves, nourishes and replenishes. * , Hydrates and nurtures the skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.4–8%
- 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 triglycerideWater~4.5–6.7%
Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearatePolysorbate 80~2.7–4%
Cetearyl olivate~2.1–3.1%
Sorbitan olivate~1.6–2.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHydroxyacetophenone~1–1.5%
Acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButyrospermum parkii butter~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterGossypium herbaceum seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cottonseed oil. It is used as an emollient and occlusive in products. It is rich palmitic, oleic acid, and linoleic fatty acids.
More about Gossypium herbaceum seed oilMel extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Honey extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractHydrolyzed milk protein~0.35–0.8%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.8%
Linalool~0.15–0.55%
Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilPentylene glycol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolJuniperus mexicana oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.1–0.45%
- 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 acidSerine~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineSodium lactate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSorbitol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolUrea~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaPelargonium graveolens oil~0.05–0.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Sodium chloride~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAllantoin~0.05–0.1%
- 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 AllantoinIngredient list view
Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Polysorbate 80, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer, Parfum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Gossypium herbaceum seed oil, Mel extract, Honey extract, Hydrolyzed milk protein, 1,2-hexanediol, Linalool, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Citronellol, Citric acid, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Pentylene glycol, Juniperus mexicana oil, Lactic acid, Serine, Sodium lactate, Sorbitol, Urea, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Allantoin
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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.
| AMELIORATEFace Care Resurfacing Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | ELEMISSuperfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter Facial Cleanser | JUMISOD-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $44.95 | $17.14 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil | Adenosine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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