APRIL SKIN TXA Niacinamide 99 Deep Cleanser

APRIL SKIN TXA Niacinamide 99 Deep Cleanser

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Anti-blemish
Niacinamide, Lauric acid + 2 more
Works well
What the product description says
“DESCRIPTION April Skin TXA Niacinamide Toning Shot 99 Deep Cleanser is a foam cleanser that strongly absorbs blackheads, sebum, and waste products to cleanly empty your pores.”
Source: Lila Beauty

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

NiacinamideHeroEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~1.5–1.9%
Lauric acidEffect: LowHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes~1.9–2.3%
AllantoinEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.3–0.55%
Salicylic acidUnder-dosedUsed 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)~0.2–0.4%
Cleansing
Myristic acid, Stearic acid + 9 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Buy TXA Niacinamide 99 Deep Cleanser in Australia , Korean Skincare Online”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate se, hydrogenated lecithin, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sorbitan olivate, stearic acid) 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, decyl glucoside

Myristic acidEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic~4.2–5.2%
Stearic acidEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~2.8–3.4%
Lauric acidEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes~1.9–2.3%
Cocamidopropyl betaineEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen~1.4–1.7%
Glyceryl stearate seEffect: HighUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~1.3–1.6%
Palmitic acidEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~1.1–1.4%
Potassium cocoyl glycinateEffect: High~0.65–0.95%
Sorbitan olivateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.45–0.7%
Potassium cocoateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent~0.4–0.6%
Decyl glucosideEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating~0.3–0.55%
Hydrogenated lecithinEffect: HighHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.~0.25–0.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Oenothera biennis flower extract
Medium risk
We flagged 17 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~1.4–1.7%est.
Salicylic acidUsed 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)High~0.2–0.4%est.
Oenothera biennis flower extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Decyl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Myristic acidHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenicMedium~4.2–5.2%est.
Potassium hydroxideUsed to adjust the pH level of productsMedium~2.2–2.7%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishesMedium~1.9–2.3%est.
Potassium cocoateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Tetrasodium edtaHelps to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
Adansonia digitata seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
MadecassosideAn antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulationsMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerAttracts water into the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.1–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
4 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Myristic acidHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic3/5~4.2–5.2%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes3/5~1.9–2.3%est.
Theobroma cacao extract—3/5~0.2–0.4%est.
Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~1.3–1.6%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.6–5.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Myristic acid~4.2–5.2%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic

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Stearic acid~2.8–3.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Potassium hydroxide~2.2–2.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Lauric acid~1.9–2.3%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
CleansingAnti-blemishAntibacterial

Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes

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Niacinamide~1.5–1.9%
Hero · Anti-blemish
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessAntibacterial

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

More about Niacinamide
Glyceryl stearate se~1.3–1.6%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Palmitic acid~1.1–1.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.4–1.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Potassium cocoyl glycinate~0.65–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Sodium polyacrylate~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions

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Sorbitan olivate~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitol~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Allantoin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-blemishReduces rednessExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Potassium cocoate~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Polyquaternium-10~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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Sodium chloride~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Carthamus tinctorius seed extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Polyquaternium-7~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to stabilize the product formulation

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Cyanocobalamin~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin

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Pearl extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Pearl extract
Roe extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Roe extract
Schisandra chinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Theobroma cacao extract~0.2–0.4%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
More about Theobroma cacao extract
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Beach strawberry extract, anise fruit extract
Not recognized
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Okra fruit extract
Not recognized
Carum petroselinum extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Molochia leaf extract
Not recognized
Tranexamic acid~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Evens skin toneMoisturizing

An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally

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Salicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
Under-dosedIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishExfoliationAntibacterialEvens skin tone

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 acid
Roe extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Roe extract
Pine leaf extract, elm
Not recognized
Roe extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Roe extract
Oenothera biennis flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Adansonia digitata seed oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Pentylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Ceramide np~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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

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Madecassoside~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-agingEvens skin tone

An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations

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Decyl glucoside~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Dimethylsilanol hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin

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Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Potassium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation

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Ceramide as~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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

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Ceramide ns~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.1–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium hyaluronate dimethylsilanol~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Ceramide ap~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Ceramide eop~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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

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Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.05–0.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Niacinamide, Glyceryl stearate se, Palmitic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Sodium polyacrylate, Sorbitan olivate, Sorbitol, Allantoin, Potassium cocoate, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium chloride, Carthamus tinctorius seed extract, Polyquaternium-7, Caprylyl glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tetrasodium edta, Cyanocobalamin, Pearl extract, Roe extract, Schisandra chinensis leaf extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Butylene glycol, Unknown, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Unknown, Carum petroselinum extract, Unknown, Tranexamic acid, Salicylic acid, Roe extract, Unknown, Roe extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Pentylene glycol, Ceramide np, Madecassoside, Decyl glucoside, Dimethylsilanol hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate, Potassium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramide as, Ceramide ns, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium hyaluronate dimethylsilanol, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate

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