Works for
Anti-blemishAzelaic acidWorks well
“Reduces the appearance of existing blackheads and whiteheads, prevents the formation of new ones and promotes re-epithelisation.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Azelaic acid, Glycyrrhetinic acidWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (azelaic acid, glycyrrhetinic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Ceramide 3, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: cholesterol, batyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Azelaic acid, Glycyrrhetinic acidWorks well
“Helps reduce the appearance of marks typical of acne-prone skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: azelaic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhetinic acid.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimMay help
This product contains azelaic acid, glycyrrhetinic acid. These ingredients help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Azelaic acid~6.9–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is produced by a yeast that lives on normal human skin. It is used in medicine as a topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. It has a mild exfoliating effect. It can also help reduce hyperpigmentation, helps calm down inflammation and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Azelaic acidGlycerin~4.6–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinCi 77891~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polymethyl methacrylate~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylateBatyl alcohol~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholStearic acid~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDicaprylyl carbonate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateDipentaerythrityl pentaisononanoate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitamide mea~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolTalc~0.9–1.1%
Triethylhexanoin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerAzelamidopropyl dimethyl amine~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide 3~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Cholesterol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolGlycyrrhetinic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidHydrogenated retinol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytosphingosine hcl~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMica~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateTin oxide~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideUndecylenoyl glycine~0.2–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Water, Azelaic acid, Glycerin, Ci 77891, Polymethyl methacrylate, Batyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Dipentaerythrityl pentaisononanoate, Palmitamide mea, Pentylene glycol, Talc, Triethylhexanoin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Azelamidopropyl dimethyl amine, Ceramide 3, Cholesterol, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Hydrogenated retinol, Unknown, Phytosphingosine hcl, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Lecithin, Mica, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Tin oxide, Undecylenoyl glycine
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| CeramolSpot BlockYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Spot Treatment | Dr Sam'sFlawless Neutralising Gel Roller | DermaquestDermaClear Spot Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 62% | 58% |
| Price | — | $30.00 | $66.84 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 1 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: HelloBody ROSE SOS Anti-spot treatmentTula Go Away Acne Spot Treatment
Product summary
"Ceramol - Spot Block" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide 3 0.45% - 0.70%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Azelaic Acid (6.80% - 8.30%). This active can reduce hyperpigmentation. It also works helps against acne and clogged pores. Please note that Azelaic Acid is most effective against acne in concentrations between 10% and 20%.
- Humectants (glycerin 4.50% - 5.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
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