Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Glycol distearate + 7 moreCleanses gently
“RX Clean is an Exfoliating Cleanser with 10% L-Lactic Acid that removes oil, dirt and daily impurities for softer, even-looking skin tone and texture after a single use.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, glycol distearate, lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, xanthan gum) 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 betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
ExfoliationLactic acidWorks well
“Exfoliates dead skin”
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: lactic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinLactic acid~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium cocoamphoacetate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateGlycol distearate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateLauryl glucoside~1.7–2.6%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCoco-glucoside~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylatePhenoxyethanol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.35–0.8%
Sodium chloride~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlucuronic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Lactic acid, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Glycol distearate, Lauryl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Sodium chloride, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Glucuronic acid, Tocopherol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate
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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.
| CosMedixRX Clean Exfoliating CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaMed Ultra Sensitive Cleansing Foam | PCA SKINFacial Wash | GallinéePrebiotic Face Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $50.00 | $4.69−$45.31 | $42.00−$8.00 | $19.84−$30.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Allantoin | Arginine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Eucerin Urea Plus Shower FoamSimple Smoothing Gel Cleanser with 5% AHA and Hyaluronic Acid
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 6
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