celimax Ji Woo Gae Cica BHA Acne Foam Cleansing
Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Lauric acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Ji Woo Gae Cica BHA Acne Foam Cleansing”
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.
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 10 moreCleanses gently
“Ji Woo Gae Cica BHA Acne Foam Cleansing”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (arachidic acid, cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, disodium coco-glucoside citrate, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, stearic acid) 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, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Formulated with Salicylic Acid and 10,000 ppm Cica Biome Complex that helps protect the skin barrier and 0.45% BHA that helps exfoliate clogged pores and remove dead skin cells.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.8–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Stearic acid~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl 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 stearatePropanediol~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPalmitic acid~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCocamidopropyl betaine~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~1–1.3%
- 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 sulfonatePotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Butylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolSalicylic acid~0.5–0.8%
- 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 acidCoco-glucoside~0.55–0.85%
- 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-glucosideDisodium coco-glucoside citrate~0.5–0.75%
Sodium chloride~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSorbitol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- 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 crosspolymerMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCetearyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 alcoholDisodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Polyquaternium-7~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Hydrogenated polydecene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneArachidic acid~0.45–0.65%
Lauric acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acid1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Sodium citrate~0.25–0.45%
- 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 citrateBifida ferment lysate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateCentella asiatica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractLactose~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about LactoseOleic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidPanthenol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMadecassoside~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideHouttuynia cordata extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Propanediol, Palmitic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Potassium benzoate, Butylene glycol, Salicylic acid, Coco-glucoside, Disodium coco-glucoside citrate, Sodium chloride, Sorbitol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Disodium edta, Polyquaternium-7, Hydrogenated polydecene, Arachidic acid, Lauric acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium citrate, Bifida ferment lysate, Centella asiatica extract, Lactose, Oleic acid, Panthenol, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Madecassoside, Houttuynia cordata extract
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| celimaxJi Woo Gae Cica BHA Acne Foam CleansingYOUR PRODUCT | SKIN 1004.TEA-TRICA BHA FOAM | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYAC Skin Solution Cleansing Foam | DERMATORYPro Trouble Acne Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 85% | 79% |
| Price | $14.40 | $13.50−$0.90 | $13.10−$1.30 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 18 | 13 of 18 | 9 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract | Ceramide Np | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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