Works for
CleansingCera alba, Hydrogenated castor oil + 4 moreCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, hydrogenated castor oil, octyldodecyl xyloside, peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, polysorbate 20, sorbitan isostearate) 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-blemishHydroxypinacolone retinoateWorks well
“Indications for using the product acne, couperose, postacne, dehydration, enlarged pores, greasy shine, dryness, sensitivity.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: hydroxypinacolone retinoate. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Sd alcohol 40 + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateGlycerin~3.9–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinZinc oxide~3.7–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCera alba~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaOctyldodecanol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolPolyacrylate-13~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Olea europaea fruit extract~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit extractHydrogenated castor oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMagnesium sulfate~0.75–1.15%
Octyldodecyl xyloside~0.6–0.9%
Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearatePolyisobutene~0.5–0.75%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCaprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolThymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sd alcohol 40~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Mainly used to dissolve other ingredients. Can increase the irritation potential of the formula
More about Sd alcohol 40Polysorbate 20~0.35–0.65%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Origanum majorana leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Chlorophyllin-copper complex~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Dimethyl isosorbide~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideHydroxypinacolone retinoate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
More about Hydroxypinacolone retinoateIngredient list view
Water, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Zinc oxide, Cera alba, Octyldodecanol, Polyacrylate-13, Olea europaea fruit extract, Hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium sulfate, Octyldodecyl xyloside, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyisobutene, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Sd alcohol 40, Polysorbate 20, Chlorphenesin, Sorbitan isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Origanum majorana leaf extract, Chlorophyllin-copper complex, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Dimethyl isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone retinoate
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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.
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| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | — | — | — | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 1 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Kaolin | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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