Brickell Men's Products Acne Controlling Face Wash for Men
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
“Helps clear acne blemishes pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads while gently exfoliating the 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.
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Controlling Face Wash for Men”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
“Clears acne, pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads by eliminating skin debris and bacteria from facial 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinLavandula angustifolia flower water~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
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 acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium chloride~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCoco-glucoside~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleatePolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSalix alba bark extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateMentha piperita oil~0.05–0.1%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilIngredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Salicylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium chloride, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Sodium hyaluronate, Salix alba bark extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Mentha piperita oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
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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.
| Brickell Men's ProductsAcne Controlling Face Wash for MenYOUR PRODUCT | BlissClear Genius Clarifying Gel Cleanser | The INKEY List CASalicylic Acid Acne + Pore Cleanser | Bubble SkincareAll Clear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | $23.00 | $12.08−$10.92 | $10.99−$12.01 | $14.97−$8.03 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Betaine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 2
- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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