D(x)D Dermatology by Design Acne Clear Foaming Glycolic Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Clear Foaming Glycolic Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium cocoamphodiacetate, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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-blemishZinc pca, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Acne Clear Foaming Glycolic Wash”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSalix alba bark extractNot delivered
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~9.6–14.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl tauratePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetatePotassium hydroxide~1.5–2.2%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCucumis sativus extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Zinc pca~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaCopper pca~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Copper pcaSalix alba bark extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHydroxyethylcellulose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Potassium hydroxide, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Zinc pca, Copper pca, Salix alba bark extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, 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.
| D(x)D Dermatology by DesignAcne Clear Foaming Glycolic WashYOUR PRODUCT | ReplenixAcne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser | CeraVeFoaming Facial Cleanser | PhylapH Balancing Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 32% | 30% |
| Price | — | — | $6.84 | $30.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Low | 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
- 4Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
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