Clinique All About Clean 2-in-1 Cleansing + Exfoliating Jelly
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Acetyl glucosamineWorks well
“Gentle, deep-cleaning face cleanser and exfoliator in one.”
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.
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Lauramidopropyl betaine + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Gentle, deep-cleaning face cleanser and exfoliator in one.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Carica papaya fruit extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.6%
- 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 laureth sulfate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSilica~2.6–3.9%
Acrylates copolymer~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerLauramidopropyl betaine~2–3%
Butylene glycol~1.3–2%
- 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~1.1–1.6%
- 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 SucroseCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSodium hyaluronate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBambusa arundinacea stem extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria saccharina extract~0.3–0.75%
- 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 extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caffeine~0.1–0.5%
- 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 CaffeinePalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Acetyl glucosamine~0.1–0.5%
- 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 glucosamineSodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.1–0.5%
- 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 acidLaureth-2~0.15–0.65%
Disodium cocoyl glutamate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamatePolysorbate 20~0.1–0.35%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCarbomer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCitric 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 acidSodium sulfate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateMonosodium citrate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.3%
Bht~0.05–0.2%
Edta~0.05–0.15%
Disodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Silica, Acrylates copolymer, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Butylene glycol, Sucrose, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium hyaluronate, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Caffeine, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Acetyl glucosamine, Sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Salicylic acid, Laureth-2, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium chloride, Carbomer, Citric acid, Sodium sulfate, Monosodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Bht, Edta, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| CliniqueAll About Clean 2-in-1 Cleansing + Exfoliating JellyYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | CeraVeRenewing SA Cleanser | PrequelTRAVEL GLEANSER + SA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 84% | 84% |
| Price | $26.00 | $7.25−$18.75 | $15.99−$10.01 | $6.00−$20.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 17 | 4 of 17 | 3 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Zinc Pca |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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