Works for
MoisturizingCyclomethicone, Glycerin + 2 moreWorks
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:
cyclomethicone, glycerin.
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: cyclomethicone, pentaclethra macroloba seed oil.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“With Clear Out + Lighten Up at work, you should see a significant reduction in the appearance of post-acne red marks after five weeks of use.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Calendula officinalis flower extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cyclomethicone~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeBisabolol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinChamomilla recutita flower extract~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractPentaclethra macroloba seed oil~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. It mostly contains oleic acid that according to some studies can increase transepidermal water loss, but might have an anti-inflammatory effect
More about Pentaclethra macroloba seed oilIsohexadecane~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePolysorbate 80~0.55–1.3%
Polysorbate 20~0.45–1.05%
Propylene glycol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures
More about Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclomethicone, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Pentaclethra macroloba seed oil, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Polysorbate 20, Propylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Clearly BasicsLighten UpYOUR PRODUCT | SkintegraTria Light | PCA SKINAnti-Redness Serum | Institut EsthedermIntensive Vitamin E² Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 37% |
| Price | — | $25.97 | $74.00 | $105.67 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Carnosine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Clearly Basics - Lighten Up" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.80% - 4.20% and cyclomethicone 5.50% - 8.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 32.90$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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