Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Bar For Face and Body
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CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium cocoate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Solutions Cleansing Bar For Face and Body”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl dimethylamine, glyceryl stearate, palmitic acid, sodium cocoate, sodium palmate) 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: cocamidopropyl dimethylamine
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Zinc pcaWorks well
“Lightweight, medicated formula helps clear and prevent blemishes.”
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“For best results, follow with Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion to gently sweep away dead skin cells, dirt, and surface oil.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- 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 acidSodium palmate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium cocoate~8.7–13%
Water~4–6.1%
Palmitic acid~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCocamidopropyl dimethylamine~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can work as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating
More about Cocamidopropyl dimethylamineGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateZea mays starch~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchHydrolyzed corn starch~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps improve the product texture
More about Hydrolyzed corn starchGlycerin~0.9–1.35%
- 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 GlycerinCaffeine~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineZinc pca~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaPpg-26/dimer dilinoleate copolymer~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a smooth finish on the skin
More about Ppg-26/dimer dilinoleate copolymerPolyquaternium-67~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-67Hydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a uniform product consistency
More about Hydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinateSodium chloride~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTetrasodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Tetrasodium etidronate~0.05–0.1%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.15%
Titanium dioxide~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Sodium palmate, Sodium cocoate, Water, Palmitic acid, Cocamidopropyl dimethylamine, Glyceryl stearate, Zea mays starch, Hydrolyzed corn starch, Glycerin, Caffeine, Zinc pca, Ppg-26/dimer dilinoleate copolymer, Polyquaternium-67, Hydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinate, Sodium chloride, Tetrasodium edta, Tetrasodium etidronate, Chlorphenesin, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| CliniqueAcne Solutions Cleansing Bar For Face and BodyYOUR PRODUCT | DermaHarmony2% Salicylic Acid Body & Facial Bar Soap | PrequelTRAVEL GLEANSER + SA | CeraVeSA Cleanser Bar for Rough & Bumpy Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 78% | 76% |
| Price | — | $7.89 | $6.00 | $7.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Titanium Dioxide | Inulin | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SkinCeuticals Clarifying Exfoliating CleanserNaturium THE PERFECTOR SALICYLIC ACID BODY WASH
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 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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