Works for
CleansingPotassium cocoyl glycinate, Lauryl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“AC Calming Solution Body Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-14 pareth-12, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, lauryl betaine, lauryl hydroxysultaine, potassium cocoyl glycinate) 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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“The low pH (4.5-5.5) body cleanser works to simultaneously soothe, cool, exfoliate and protect your 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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Cosrx AC Collection Calming Solution Body Cleanser helps to prevent formation of acne.”
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Menthol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium cocoyl glycinate~3.6–5.4%
Lauryl betaine~3.1–4.7%
C12-14 pareth-12~2–3%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~2–3%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetate1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.15%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium chloride~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBetaine~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSalicylic acid~0.3–0.75%
- 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 acidPanthenol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.7%
Menthol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Disodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.4%
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 glycolMentha arvensis leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha arvensis leaf extractMadecassic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidAsiaticoside~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Lauryl betaine, C12-14 pareth-12, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, 1,2-hexanediol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium chloride, Parfum, Betaine, Salicylic acid, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Menthol, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene glycol, Mentha arvensis leaf extract, Madecassic acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid
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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.
| COSRXAC Calming Solution Body CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BentonRefresh by CICA Body Wash | APRIL SKINCarrotene IPMP Exfoliating Body Wash | WelldermaHeartleaf Acne Zero 3-in-1 Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 71% | 71% |
| Price | — | $31.40 | $21.03 | $17.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Niacinamide | Coco-Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 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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