Clinique City Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + Exfoliator
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“City Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + Exfoliator”
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 lauryl sulfoacetate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“City Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + Exfoliator”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coconut acid, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, KaolinWorks well
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?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Maltodextrin~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSodium lauryl sulfoacetate~9.2–13.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium lauryl sulfoacetateSodium cocoyl isethionate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateKaolin~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium chloride~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSapindus mukorossi peel extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain saponins. Might have anti-bactrial and anti-oxidant effect in skin. Also can be used to help oil and water mix together
More about Sapindus mukorossi peel extractSalicylic acid~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acidCoconut acid~1.1–1.7%
Ascorbic acid~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAllyl methacrylates crosspolymer~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations
More about Allyl methacrylates crosspolymerCyclodextrin~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinGuaiacol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Manganese chloride~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Maltodextrin, Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Kaolin, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium chloride, Sapindus mukorossi peel extract, Salicylic acid, Coconut acid, Ascorbic acid, Allyl methacrylates crosspolymer, Cyclodextrin, Guaiacol, Manganese chloride, Water, Disodium edta
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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.
| CliniqueCity Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + ExfoliatorYOUR PRODUCT | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | HanskinVitamin C Glow Powder Cleanser | Real BarrierPorebium Powder Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | — | $4.99 | $28.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 1 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Diglycerin | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Analysis of the bioactive components of Sapindus saponinssciencedirect.com
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