Dermaquest Peptide Glyco Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol + 10 moreCleanses gently
“Peptide Glyco Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium lauryl sulfate, carbomer, cetyl alcohol, di-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate, hexylene glycol, palmitoyl oligopeptide, peg-60 almond glycerides, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, polysorbate 20, quillaja saponaria bark extract, stearyl alcohol) 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: ammonium lauryl sulfate
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Exfoliating and pore refining, our cleanser leaves your skin silky smooth and richly radiant.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
A powerful cleanser that I use as a mask, you can feel it working. I am not sure if I will continue using it, due to cost implications.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.2–7.8%
- 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 acidSorbitol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCetyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholAmmonium hydroxide~1.6–2.4%
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~1.5–2.2%
Lactic acid~1.2–1.8%
- 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 acidEctoin~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinLecithin~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCyclotetrapeptide-24 aminocyclohexane carboxylate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Cyclotetrapeptide-24 aminocyclohexane carboxylateGlycerin~0.4–0.95%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 glycolPalmitoyl oligopeptide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptidePalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Quillaja saponaria bark extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Quillaja saponaria bark extractSaponaria officinalis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateDi-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate~0.15–0.6%
Peg-60 almond glycerides~0.15–0.5%
Alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCarbomer~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPolysorbate 20~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Hexylene glycol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolLavandula angustifolia oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Sorbitol, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Ammonium hydroxide, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Lactic acid, Ectoin, Lecithin, Cyclotetrapeptide-24 aminocyclohexane carboxylate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Quillaja saponaria bark extract, Saponaria officinalis extract, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Di-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Alcohol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Lavandula angustifolia oil
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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.
| DermaquestPeptide Glyco CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | Colleen Rothschild BeautyGlycolic Acid Peel Pads with Blue Agave | COSRXThe AHA BHA PHA LHA 35 Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 37% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | — | $10.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 18 | 4 of 18 | 2 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Replenix Glycolic Acid Resurfacing CleanserPrequel GLEANSER + GLYCOLIC
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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