Aveeno Calm + Restore™ Nourishing PHA Facial Exfoliator
Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Exfoliate & cleanse skin while leaving it feeling smooth & moisturized.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil) 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.
ExfoliationGluconolactone, AllantoinWorks well
“Calm + Restore™ Nourishing PHA Facial Exfoliator”
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: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
3 of 3 community members would buy it again.
This is a gentle face wash that has PHA. I only use it once a week for a mild exfoliation on my mature, sensitive, rosacea prone skin. It slightly tingles but I have not experience any redness and am sure to moisturize well and protect my skin barrier with toners, serum and cream moisturizer following.
This is a nice, gentle PHA exfoliant. Good ingredients. Helps keep the top layer of skin smooth and highly recommend for those with sensitive skin. You use it in the shower, let it sit for a couple of minutes and then rinse it off.
Gently exfoliated my sensitive dry skin with no irritation. Love it!
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~5.8–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilGlycerin~3.6–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinGluconolactone~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneGlyceryl stearate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSorbitol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolSodium acrylates copolymer~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerCarbomer~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.55–1.3%
Avena sativa kernel oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLecithin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSodium citrate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateP-anisic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Allantoin~0.05–0.15%
- 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 AllantoinIngredient list view
Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Avena sativa kernel oil, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Caprylyl glycol, Lecithin, Sodium citrate, P-anisic acid, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin
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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.
| AveenoCalm + Restore™ Nourishing PHA Facial ExfoliatorYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaHydro Boost Fragrance Free Soothing Milk Cleanser | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanse | Niche Beauty labPHA Soft Peeling Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 63% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | $13.99 | $15.93+$1.94 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Persea Gratissima Oil | Myristyl Myristate | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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