Clearasil Acne Control Treatment Facial Cleansing Daily Pads 5 in1 with Salicylic Acid
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“The acne wipes are scientifically formulated with 2% Salicylic Acid acne medication in an exfoliating action pad that cleanses skin and helps reduce the appearance of acne.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Niacinamide + 1 moreWorks well
“Acne Control Treatment Facial Cleansing Daily Pads 5 in1 with Salicylic Acid”
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.
In addition, this product contains niacinamide. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.
CleansingIsoceteth-20Can be harsh
“Acne Control Treatment Facial Cleansing Daily Pads 5 in1 with Salicylic Acid”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid1.9%
- 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 acidWater~40–60%
Alcohol denat.~9.9–14.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Isoceteth-20~4.2–6.3%
Glycerin~3.1–4.6%
- 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 GlycerinHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateSodium hydroxide~1.8–2.6%
Parfum~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumNiacinamide~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceButylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractMenthol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Alcohol denat., Isoceteth-20, Glycerin, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Sodium hydroxide, Parfum, Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butylene glycol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Menthol, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| ClearasilAcne Control Treatment Facial Cleansing Daily Pads 5 in1 with Salicylic AcidYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Kate SomervilleEradiKate™ Clarifying Acne Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 88% | 87% |
| Price | $9.99 | $7.21−$2.78 | $7.82−$2.17 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Squalane | Ceramide As | Lactobacillus Ferment |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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