Works for
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcoholCleanses gently
“Glycolic Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Perfect for guys on the go, the triply essential formula thoroughly cleanses the face and neck, gently removes dead skin cells, and helps to soften and lift beard 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil + 4 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~40–60%
Theobroma cacao extract~7.7–11.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholPotassium hydroxide~1.8–2.8%
Sodium phytate~1.4–2.2%
Citrus grandis peel oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilAscorbic acid~0.55–1.3%
- 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 acidTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateRetinyl acetate~0.2–0.8%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractIngredient list view
Water, Theobroma cacao extract, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium phytate, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Ascorbic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinyl acetate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract
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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.
| AnthonyGlycolic CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | OlayRegenerist Regenerating Cream Cleanser | Perricone MDCold Plasma Plus+ Daily Detox Clay Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 70% | 41% | 38% |
| Price | $52.00 | $15.94−$36.06 | $19.47−$32.53 | $29.00−$23.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Methylisothiazolinone contact allergy: a reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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