Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“With natural Charcoal, known for its oil absorbing and deep cleansing properties, this cleanser works with acne-fighting salicylic acid and skin purifying technology to treat existing acne and help prevent future breakouts by cleaning deep down in your pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCan be harsh
“Charcoal Acne Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
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 the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“Our Kao USA scrub, liquid, powder, strip, mask and bar cleansing products go straight to the source of those pesky pores for deeply clean, beautiful skin.”
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: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, MentholMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid1%
- Irritation risk
- High
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 acidWater~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.6–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSorbitol~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlycerin~2.6–3.1%
- 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 GlycerinLaureth-4 carboxylic acid~1.8–2.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~1.4–1.7%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMenthol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.4%
Polyquaternium-39~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Disodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Charcoal powder~0.25–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Laureth-4 carboxylic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Menthol, Sodium hydroxide, Polyquaternium-39, Disodium edta, Charcoal powder
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| BioreCharcoal Acne Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | CLn Skin CareCLn Acne Cleanser | MuradMini AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser | Peter Thomas RothIrish Moor Mud Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 89% | 88% |
| Price | — | — | $19.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Cocamide Mea | Glycolic Acid | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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