Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Urea + 1 moreWorks well
“- Glycolic Acid: Helps brighten and exfoliates.”
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: glycolic acid.
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Peg-6 cocamide + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Daily Glycolic Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coco-glucoside, coconut acid, disodium cocoyl glutamate, glyceryl oleate, peg-6 cocamide) 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: coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
Anti-blemishGlycolic acid, AllantoinNot delivered
“The non-stripping formula works to nourish and condition the skin with jojoba seed oil and orange oil, while antimicrobial radish root ferment filtrate helps to minimise breakouts and blemishes.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~8.1–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineGlycolic acid~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-6 cocamide~2.3–2.8%
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium cocoyl glutamate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateHydroxyacetophenone~1.4–1.7%
Succinoglycan~1.1–1.4%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.5–0.75%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateUrea~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaAllantoin~0.4–0.6%
- 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 AllantoinPolyquaternium-51~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Trehalose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopherol~0.3–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateGlyceryl oleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCoconut acid~0.35–0.65%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
T-butyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholCoco-glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- 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-glucosideSodium pca~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium chloride~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Glycolic acid, Glycerin, Peg-6 cocamide, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Succinoglycan, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Urea, Allantoin, Polyquaternium-51, Trehalose, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Glyceryl oleate, Coconut acid, 1,2-hexanediol, T-butyl alcohol, Coco-glucoside, Sodium pca, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Limonene
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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.
| DermalogicaDaily Glycolic CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash | Perricone MDNeuropeptide Pore-Refining & Resurfacing Cream Cleanser | FilorgaAge-Purify Clean | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 51% |
| Price | $39.00 | $6.00−$33.00 | $47.37+$8.37 | $29.48−$9.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 7 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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