Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 20Can be harsh
“This gentle formula is infused with sugar cane, lemon and orange extracts, jojoba and aloe to tone, soothe, hydrate and remove all lingering traces of cleanser and makeup.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana water~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPropanediol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGlycolic acid~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidPolysorbate 20~1.6–2.4%
Alcohol~1.3–2%
- 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 AlcoholVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractSodium hydroxide~0.95–1.45%
Saccharum officinarum extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.2%
Glycerin~0.45–1%
- 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 GlycerinCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractSodium phytate~0.15–0.7%
Acer saccharum extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractVitis vinifera seed extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- 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 extractSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateRosa damascena flower oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.05–0.3%
- 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 oilIngredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana water, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Glycolic acid, Polysorbate 20, Alcohol, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Sodium hydroxide, Saccharum officinarum extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Sodium phytate, Acer saccharum extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Rosa damascena flower oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil
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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.
| ArtNaturals LUXERosewater TonerYOUR PRODUCT | Derma EVitamin C Daily Brightening Cleanser | SkinCeuticalsGentle Cleanser Cream | M-61Power Cleansing Cloths | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | — | $15.84 | $53.69 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Allantoin | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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