Andalou Naturals Clarifying Shower Gel with Salicylic Acid
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Detoxifying shower gel that helps purify pores, remove impurities, and smooth the appearance of bumpy skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoyl isethionate, 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
Anti-blemishBakuchiol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 2 moreMay help
“Kaolin helps prevent clogged pores by drawing out dirt and impurities”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.15–0.3%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Salicylic acid - a BHA known for its ability to help exfoliate and clarify the complexion”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi seed extract, Citrus junos seed extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~6.5–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateLauryl glucoside~3.5–4.3%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.3–2.8%
- 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 juiceGlycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 chloride~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitrus paradisi seed extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus junos seed extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Actinidia chinensis seed extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Garcinia mangostana peel extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Argania spinosa callus culture extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aronia melanocarpa fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractLycium barbarum fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Bakuchiol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolSalicylic acid~0.15–0.3%
- 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 acidMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractHamamelis virginiana water~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterVitis vinifera leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Vitis vinifera skin extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCucumis sativus extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.3%
- 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 oilLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.25%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateAllantoin~0.15–0.25%
- 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 AllantoinAlcohol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 AlcoholBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIsomalt~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltLecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPropanediol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- 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, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Lauryl glucoside, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Citrus paradisi seed extract, Citrus junos seed extract, Actinidia chinensis seed extract, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Argania spinosa callus culture extract, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Aronia melanocarpa fruit extract, Camellia sinensis extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Bakuchiol, Salicylic acid, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Vitis vinifera leaf extract, Vitis vinifera skin extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Cucumis sativus extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Allantoin, Alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Citric acid, Isomalt, Lecithin, Propanediol, Sodium benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Limonene
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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.
| Andalou NaturalsClarifying Shower Gel with Salicylic AcidYOUR PRODUCT | SkinMedicaPore Purifying Gel Cleanser | ArenciaGreen Tea + LHA Deep Pore Foaming Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin | OARS + ALPSAnti-Everything Solid Face Wash | |
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| Match | — | 76% | 70% | 67% |
| Price | $15.50 | — | $16.00+$0.50 | $25.00+$9.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Andalou Naturals US - Clarifying Shower Gel with Salicylic Acid" is effective for: Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-blemish and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Bakuchiol in this product (the concentration is about 0.20% - 0.40%). Helps fight photodamage (wrinkles, elasticity loss and pigmentation) and can reduce clogged pores and blemishes. Bakuchiol is a compound extracted from a plant Babchi. It acts similar to retinoids, but with less irritation risk.
- Humectants (isomalt 0.15% - 0.25% and glycerin 2.00% - 2.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 11.99$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 24 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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