Anua Store | Gentle yet Effective Korean Skincare Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder
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CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl glutamateCleanses gently
“Anua Rice Ceramide Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder is a gentle enzyme-based cleanser that transforms into a soft foam to effectively remove impurities, excess oil, and dead skin cells while helping brighten the complexion and support a healthy skin barrier without stripping moisture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl glutamate) 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.
ExfoliationTartaric acid, Papain + 2 moreNot delivered
“remove impurities, excess oil, and dead skin cells”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with tartaric acid, papain, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zea mays starch~39–59%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchKaolin~4.8–7.3%
- 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 KaolinSodium bicarbonate~3.8–5.7%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium lauroyl glutamate~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateCitric acid~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium polyacrylate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateDiglycerin~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinAllantoin~0.85–1.3%
- 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 AllantoinWater~0.8–1.25%
Maltodextrin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPapain~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainOryza sativa powder~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa lees extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran water~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa bran waterButylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.8%
Ceramide np~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAscorbic acid~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acidAlpha-arbutin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinGlucose~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseOryza sativa extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractProtease~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tartaric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidLactic acid~0.05–0.25%
- 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 acidOryza sativa seed protein~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinCaprylyl glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Zea mays starch, Kaolin, Sodium bicarbonate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Citric acid, Sodium polyacrylate, Diglycerin, Allantoin, Water, Maltodextrin, Papain, Oryza sativa powder, Oryza sativa lees extract, Oryza sativa bran water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ceramide np, Ascorbic acid, Alpha-arbutin, Glucose, Oryza sativa extract, Protease, Unknown, Tartaric acid, Lactic acid, Oryza sativa seed protein, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| Anua Store | Gentle yet Effective Korean SkincareRice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing PowderYOUR PRODUCT | NEEDLYMild Enzyme Cleansing Powder | Real BarrierPorebium Powder Wash | BIODANCEHydro Ceramide Cleansing Powder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $16.99 | — | $23.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Squalane | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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