Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Hydrogenated vegetable oil + 4 moreWorks well
“A mix of chamomile and algae extract helps to moisturise and soothe, while aloe vera heals and hydrates skin.”
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.
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: jojoba esters, hydrogenated vegetable oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingLaminaria digitata extract, Ascorbic acidNot delivered
“Recreate radiant skin with Anthony Facial Scrub, a scrub that exfoliates and cleanses, leaving skin looking and feeling youthful and silky smooth.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Gentle, yet super effective, Anthony's Facial Scrub exfoliates, removes grime, and combats ingrown hairs.”
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.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.4–0.65%, below the ~4% it needsUnder-dosed
“Skin is left clean and bright with an even skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Parfum + 1 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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Water~45–55%
Hydrogenated vegetable oil~5.7–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~5.7–6.9%
Coco-betaine~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCoral powder~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1.2–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.8–1.2%
- 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 juice powderLaminaria digitata extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- 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 extractCitrus aurantium dulcis flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ascorbic acid~0.4–0.65%
- 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 acidJojoba esters~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersPanthenol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolRice oil glycereth-8 esters~0.5–0.75%
Parfum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAminomethyl propanol~0.25–0.5%
Decyl glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.15–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Tetrasodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 14700~0.1–0.15%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Coco-betaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Coral powder, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Laminaria digitata extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Ascorbic acid, Jojoba esters, Panthenol, Rice oil glycereth-8 esters, Parfum, Propanediol, Aminomethyl propanol, Decyl glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium sorbate, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Limonene, Ci 14700, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
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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.
| AnthonyFacial ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaAloe Peeling Gel | KORRESWild Rose Petal Soft Cream Exfoliator | Keys SoulcareTruly Becoming Multi-Benefit Peptide Serum for Fine Lines and Wrinkles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | $18.00 | — | $30.49+$12.49 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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