
“An anti-spot solution that offers quick relief against acne, blemishes, and skin impurities.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
I am not really prone to acne but do have to pay special attention to spots as my part-European part-Asian skin is susceptible to temporary but pretty visible blemishes when injured. This product dries those pesky pimples out and they'll be gone after a few days of use. It applies, looks, and smells like correction fluid (do you kids nowadays even know what that is?), small brush and all. The only disadvantage I see is the main ingredient, ethanol, which fumes may briefly sting the eyes when applied near the eye area; I recommend strongly against using this on the upper or lower eyelids. The solution's liquid paper-like appearance means that you'll have notable white streaks where applied and its recommended to use overnight. The formula has been overhauled recently and no longer shows up white but sadly also contains less of the good stuff – most notably the glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract is missing – and people have reported much less efficiency.
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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 AlcoholA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideOne 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 GlycerinA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractA bark extract that might help clam down inflammation and neutralize free radicals , but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Enantia chlorantha bark extractMight be helpful against blemishes, work as an anti-oxidant, reduce inflammation and improve skin's ability to hold on to moisture, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness when applied topically to human skin
More about Oleanolic acidA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractUsed 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 glycolAlcohol, Water, Zinc oxide, Glycerin, Levulinic acid, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Enantia chlorantha bark extract, Oleanolic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Sodium levulinate, Sodium hydroxide, Butylene 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.
| BIO-VÉGANEBio Acai SOS Anti-PickeltupferYOUR PRODUCT | Eau Thermale AveneCicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream | DermorensCica Cream | Neal's Yard RemediesSensitive Soothing Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $10.17 | — | $46.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract | Borago Officinalis Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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