Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“For Men Face Scrub”
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“salicylic acid removes dead flakes and oil build-up”
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: MethylisothiazolinoneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glyceryl stearate~5.3–7.9%
- 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 stearateSilica~3.8–5.6%
Hexylene glycol~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateDisodium oleamido mipa-sulfosuccinate~1.6–2.4%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateSalicylic acid~0.5–1.2%
- 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 acidStearamidoethyl diethylamine~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolTrisodium sulfosuccinate~0.35–0.85%
Sodium sulfate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateOleamide mipa~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaramel~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glyceryl stearate, Silica, Hexylene glycol, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium oleamido mipa-sulfosuccinate, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Salicylic acid, Stearamidoethyl diethylamine, Butylene glycol, Trisodium sulfosuccinate, Sodium sulfate, Oleamide mipa, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Caramel
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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.
| CliniqueFor Men Face ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | BravuraSalicylic Acid 2% Peel | Paula's choice2% BHA Body Spot Exfoliant | Geek GorgeousCheer up | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | $29.00 | — | $44.97+$15.97 | $30.00+$1.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: ArtNaturals LUXE Salicylic Acid Liquid ExfoliatorREVOLUTION SKINCARE Dehydrated Skin Peeling Solution
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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