Works for
CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium cocoateCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoate, sodium palmate) 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Hydroxypinacolone retinoateWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: hydroxypinacolone retinoate. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Hydroxypinacolone retinoateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium palmate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium cocoate~8.7–13%
Water~4.8–7.2%
Glycerin~3.2–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinGoat milk~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprae lac~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera fruit powder~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed milk protein~1–1.5%
Dimethyl isosorbide~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideHydroxypinacolone retinoate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
More about Hydroxypinacolone retinoateSodium chloride~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTetrasodium etidronate~0.1–0.45%
Pentasodium pentetate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Sodium palmate, Sodium cocoate, Water, Glycerin, Goat milk, Caprae lac, Unknown, Cocos nucifera fruit powder, Hydrolyzed milk protein, Dimethyl isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, Sodium chloride, Tetrasodium etidronate, Pentasodium pentetate
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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.
| Beekman 1802Triple Milk Retinol BarYOUR PRODUCT | Grandpa Soap Co.Pine Tar Bar Soap | MoroccanoilBody Soap | John Masters OrganicsFace & Body Soap Bar With Lavender & Ylang Ylang | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 28% | 27% |
| Price | — | $4.59 | $14.54 | $49.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Palm Kernelate | Agran Oil | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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