Bondi Sands Glow dust exfoliating powder
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, PapainWorks well
“Glow dust exfoliating powder”
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.
CleansingDisodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, xanthan gum) 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 · Salicylic acid, KaolinWorks well
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Carica papaya fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Kaolin~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinTapioca starch~10–16%
Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate~6.2–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinateBambusa arundinacea stem powder~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
More about Bambusa arundinacea stem powderOryza sativa powder~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAnanas sativus fruit extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractSalicylic acid~0.5–1.15%
- 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 acidPapain~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainCarica papaya fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Kaolin, Tapioca starch, Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, Bambusa arundinacea stem powder, Oryza sativa powder, Xanthan gum, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Salicylic acid, Papain, Carica papaya fruit extract, Unknown, Sodium metabisulfite
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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.
| Bondi SandsGlow dust exfoliating powderYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueCity Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + Exfoliator | UriageHyseac Anti-Blemish Cleansing Gel | VichyNormaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 80% | 80% |
| Price | — | — | $16.46 | $21.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin C | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | 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 5 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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