Works for
CleansingSodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Phosphatidylcholine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, phosphatidylcholine, ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine) 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 methyl cocoyl taurate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam”
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.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Acetyl glucosamineWorks well
“Remove dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores. . Laminaria Saccharina Extract.”
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?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- 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 acidAcetyl glucosamine~6.4–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineLaminaria saccharina extract~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractCaffeine~3–4.6%
- 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 CaffeineSucrose~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseSea whip extract~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Sea whip extractCola acuminata seed extract~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but research is missing
More about Cola acuminata seed extractWater~1.2–1.8%
Glycerin~1.1–1.6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateButylene glycol~0.45–1.1%
- 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 glycolSucrose~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseDisodium phosphate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateSalicylic acid~0.3–0.7%
- 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 hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePhosphatidylcholine~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to enhance the delivery of other ingredients
More about PhosphatidylcholineCaffeine~0.2–0.7%
- 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 CaffeineCola acuminata seed extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but research is missing
More about Cola acuminata seed extractAlgae extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractLaminaria saccharina extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractLactobacillus ferment~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentStearamidopropyl dimethylamine~0.15–0.6%
Acetyl glucosamine~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamine10-hydroxydecanoic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and slow down the water loss from its surface
More about 10-hydroxydecanoic acidArginine cocoate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture
More about Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeCapryloyl glycine~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycinePpg-6-decyltetradeceth-30~0.15–0.6%
Stearic acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPolyquaternium-7~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Disodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChloroxylenol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Acetyl glucosamine, Laminaria saccharina extract, Caffeine, Sucrose, Sea whip extract, Cola acuminata seed extract, Water, Glycerin, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Butylene glycol, Sucrose, Disodium phosphate, Salicylic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Phosphatidylcholine, Caffeine, Cola acuminata seed extract, Algae extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Acetyl glucosamine, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, Arginine cocoate, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Capryloyl glycine, Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30, Stearic acid, Polyquaternium-7, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chloroxylenol, 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.
| CliniqueAcne Solutions Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Cleanser | colibri skincarePurifying Gel Cleanser | Eau Thermale AveneCleanance Acne Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 74% | 74% | 74% |
| Price | $29.00 | $10.00−$19.00 | — | $18.55−$10.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 18 | 3 of 18 | 2 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Azelaic Acid | Copper Gluconate | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | 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 21 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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- 6Glucosamine: an ingredient with skin and other benefitsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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