Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“The salicylic acid works to control oil and fight acne for clear pores in this skin toner for oily skin.”
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.
CleansingPolysorbate 20Can be harsh
“With 2% Salicylic Acid to treat existing acne, this balanced skin treatment and toner for pores removes excess oil from skin surfaces while clearing dead skin cells, dirt, and debris from clogged pores.”
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 the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“With 2% Salicylic Acid to treat existing acne, this balanced skin treatment and toner for pores removes excess oil from skin surfaces while clearing dead skin cells, dirt, and debris from clogged pores.”
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana water + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- 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%
Alcohol denat.~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Isopropyl alcohol~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholHamamelis virginiana water~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterGlycerin~2.7–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 20~2–2.4%
Sodium hydroxide~1.3–1.6%
Sodium citrate~1.1–1.3%
- 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 citrateAlcohol~0.7–1.05%
- 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 AlcoholCitric acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMenthol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzophenone-4~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Disodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Alcohol denat., Isopropyl alcohol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium citrate, Alcohol, Citric acid, Menthol, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, Parfum
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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.
| BioreWitch Hazel Clarifying TonerYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaVisibly Clear Spot Proofing Purifying Toner | Oce’aneFacial tonic with aloe Vera | CliniqueClarifying Do-Over Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Price | — | $7.35 | $18.21 | $21.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Polyglutamic Acid | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains 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
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- 6Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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