Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“exfoliating the skin’s surface”
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-blemishColloidal sulfur, Salicylic acid + 6 moreWorks well
“Target stubborn spots with our fast-acting Sulfur Spot Treatment”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: colloidal sulfur, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis catechins, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis catechins) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Linolenic acid + 6 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: linolenic acid.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Camellia sinensis catechins, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 2 moreMay help
This product contains camellia sinensis catechins. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Camphor + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Isopropyl alcohol~6.8–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholHamamelis virginiana extract~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~3.1–3.7%
- 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 juiceKaolin~2.5–3%
- 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 KaolinCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideCalamine~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camphor~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycerin~1.2–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinZinc oxide~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideColloidal sulfur~0.65–1%
Salicylic acid~0.5–0.8%
- 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 acidMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAllantoin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBisabolol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololNiacinamide~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCamellia sinensis catechins~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A group of chemical compounds extracted from Green Tea. They can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Might be able to help repair sun damage and clam down inflammation in skin
More about Camellia sinensis catechinsTocopherol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolLinolenic acid~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidLinoleic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidAcer saccharum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSaccharum officinarum extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractAniba rosodora wood oil~0.1–0.2%
Acacia senegal gum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumBentonite~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Isopropyl alcohol, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Kaolin, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Calamine, Camphor, Glycerin, Zinc oxide, Colloidal sulfur, Salicylic acid, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Niacinamide, Camellia sinensis catechins, Tocopherol, Linolenic acid, Linoleic acid, Acer saccharum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Saccharum officinarum extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Aniba rosodora wood oil, Acacia senegal gum, Bentonite, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Derma ESulfur Spot TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Jart+Teatreement Soothing Spot Corrector | CodexialEnoliss Perfect Skin Spot Scrub Purifying Anti-Marks Correcting Care | GlytoneEnhance Brightening Solution | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 73% | 72% |
| Price | $15.95 | $19.34+$3.39 | $16.96+$1.01 | $32.25+$16.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 3 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains 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 28 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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