Clarisma Malibu Blush Exfoliating Scrub

Clarisma Malibu Blush Exfoliating Scrub

Efficacy58/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Moisturizing
Glycerin, Melia azadirachta seed oil + 5 more
Works
What the product description says
“a cream oil derived from the Indian Neem tree that helps unclog and clean pores, also a gentle substitute for anti-aging that restores the skin's natural moisture & enhances collagen production while smoothing fine lines”
Source: Ulta

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, caprylyl 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: melia azadirachta seed oil, hydrogenated polyisobutene.

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.1–3.8%
Melia azadirachta seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function due to the high linoleic acid content~0.7–1.1%
Hydrolyzed jojoba estersKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%
Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.3–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.25–0.5%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.25–0.5%
Exfoliation
Papain
Not delivered
What the product description says
“Malibu Blush Exfoliating Scrub”
From product name

This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

PapainEffect: LowAn enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating~1.4–1.7%
Anti-aging
Tocopherol
Not delivered
What the product description says
“a cream oil derived from the Indian Neem tree that helps unclog and clean pores, also a gentle substitute for anti-aging that restores the skin's natural moisture & enhances collagen production while smoothing fine lines”
Source: Ulta

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

This ingredient epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.25–0.5%
Anti-oxidation
Not advertised by the brand · Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract + 6 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might contain antioxidants~0.1–0.2%
Lonicera japonica flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating~0.95–1.15%
Lonicera caprifolium flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating~0.3–0.55%
Euterpe oleracea fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin~0.25–0.45%
Euterpe oleracea fruit oilEffect: LowA plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.25–0.4%
Olea europaea leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing~0.25–0.45%
Carapa guaianensis seed oilEffect: LowA plant oil that contains limonoids. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be irritating~0.2–0.4%
TocopherolUnder-dosedPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.25–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
4 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi peel oil, Copaifera officinalis resin + 2 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 24 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Coco-glucosideUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritatingHigh~8–9.8%est.
Citrus paradisi peel oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~1.6–1.9%est.
PapainAn enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritatingHigh~1.4–1.7%est.
Lonicera japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.95–1.15%est.
Glyceryl oleateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.6–0.85%est.
Copaifera officinalis resinUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.45–0.65%est.
Lonicera caprifolium flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Microcitrus australasica fruit extractMost likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Citrus aurantifolia oil—High~0.25–0.45%est.
PhenylpropanolHelps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulationHigh~0.25–0.4%est.
Carapa guaianensis seed oilA plant oil that contains limonoids. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Ci 45410A red colorantHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Ci 16035A red dyeHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractA plant extract that might contain antioxidantsHigh~0.1–0.2%est.
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineUsed as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~5.6–6.8%est.
Acrylates copolymerUsed to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistencyMedium~1.9–2.4%est.
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~1.1–1.4%est.
Glycol distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Phytic acidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmeticsMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Olea europaea leaf extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missingMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Euterpe oleracea fruit oilA plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.25–0.4%est.
Euterpe oleracea fruit extractA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skinMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Sodium metabisulfiteA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Ci 45410A red colorant3/5~0.2–0.35%est.
Ci 16035A red dye3/5~0.2–0.35%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Coco-glucoside~8–9.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

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Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.6–6.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together

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Glycerin~3.1–3.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Luffa cylindrica fruit powder~2.5–3%
Formula
Acrylates copolymer~1.9–2.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency

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Citrus paradisi peel oil~1.6–1.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Papain~1.4–1.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Exfoliation

An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating

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Bromelain~1.2–1.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.95–1.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

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Melia azadirachta seed oil~0.7–1.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function due to the high linoleic acid content

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Glyceryl oleate~0.6–0.85%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~1.1–1.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Glycol distearate~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Copaifera officinalis resin~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

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Propanediol~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Phytic acid~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics

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Lonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

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Maltodextrin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Olea europaea leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing

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Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-inflammatory

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Avena sativa seed extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Microcitrus australasica fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity

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Australian finger
Not recognized
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.25–0.45%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Phenylpropanol~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation

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Xanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Euterpe oleracea fruit oil~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

More about Euterpe oleracea fruit oil
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin

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Elaeis guineensis extract~0.25–0.4%
Formula
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Titanium dioxide~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

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Mica~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Carapa guaianensis seed oil~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant oil that contains limonoids. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be irritating

More about Carapa guaianensis seed oil
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Palmitic acid~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Ci 45410~0.2–0.35%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Comedogenicity
3/5

A red colorant

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Ci 16035~0.2–0.35%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Comedogenicity
3/5

A red dye

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Lake
Not recognized
Iron oxides~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Ci 77491~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.2%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might contain antioxidants

More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract
Ingredient list view

Water, Coco-glucoside, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Luffa cylindrica fruit powder, Acrylates copolymer, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Papain, Bromelain, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Melia azadirachta seed oil, Glyceryl oleate, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Glycol distearate, Copaifera officinalis resin, Propanediol, Phytic acid, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Maltodextrin, Olea europaea leaf extract, Tocopherol, Avena sativa seed extract, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Unknown, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Phenylpropanol, Xanthan gum, Euterpe oleracea fruit oil, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Elaeis guineensis extract, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Carapa guaianensis seed oil, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Palmitic acid, Sodium metabisulfite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ci 45410, Ci 16035, Unknown, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract

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