Works for
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Energising Face Scrub”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol + 3 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-glucoside~8.9–10.9%
- 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-glucosideStearic acid~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlycerin~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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCocos nucifera shell powder~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Physical exfoliant that can cause micro tears on the skin's surface
More about Cocos nucifera shell powderOryza sativa powder~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.7–1.05%
- 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 crosspolymerParfum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Limonene~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneDehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.5%
Citral~0.25–0.45%
Zea mays kernel extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Caulerpa lentillifera extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium levulinate~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Stearic acid, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Cocos nucifera shell powder, Oryza sativa powder, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Parfum, Benzoic acid, Limonene, Dehydroacetic acid, Citral, Zea mays kernel extract, Caulerpa lentillifera extract, Sodium benzoate, Sodium levulinate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| BulldogEnergising Face ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaAloe Peeling Gel | GarnierPure Active Intensive Blackhead Exfoliating Face Scrub | ManyoOur Vegan Ogok Latte Scrub Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | — | $5.33 | $17.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Pacifica Beauty Cocoa Cinnamon Dual ExfoliantNeutrogena Blackhead Eliminating Facial Scrub
Product summary
"Bulldog - Energising Face Scrub" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.10% - 3.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Bulldog" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 5.00$ in the United States and at around 5.38£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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