Clean & Clear Oil-Free Deep Action Exfoliating Facial Scrub
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Oil-Free Deep Action Exfoliating Facial Scrub”
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: glycolic acid.
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Exfoliating face wash helps clean deep down to the pores & gently exfoliates surface skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (acrylates crosspolymer-4, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, polysorbate 20, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate) 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: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Menthol, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–15%
- 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 sulfonateCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineGlycerin~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 GlycerinSodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate~2.2–2.7%
Cellulose~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CellulosePanthenol~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAcrylates crosspolymer-4~1.2–1.4%
Polysorbate 20~0.95–1.2%
Glycolic acid~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Menthol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate, Cellulose, Panthenol, Acrylates crosspolymer-4, Polysorbate 20, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Menthol, Parfum
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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.
| Clean & ClearOil-Free Deep Action Exfoliating Facial ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaHydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | endota spaGlycolic Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 51% | 48% |
| Price | $9.99 | $10.49+$0.50 | — | $35.11+$25.12 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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