Works for
CleansingPalmitic acid, Lauric acid + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Pore Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid) 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.
Anti-blemishLauric acidNot delivered
“Lemon peel extract reduces dark spots, blemishes and hyperpigmentation to improve clarity.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Sufficiently imbued with minerals to actively clear and cleanse, this gently enriching scrub helps to remove excess sebum and impurities, allowing skin to feel soft and naturally refreshed.”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel extract, Citrus reticulata peel extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinPalmitic acid~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLauric acid~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPotassium hydroxide~2–3%
Myristic acid~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidStearic acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlycosyl trehalose~1.3–1.9%
Glyceryl glucoside~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideSodium bicarbonate~0.95–1.45%
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideIsopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinatePentasodium pentetate~0.35–0.75%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 glycolCitrus grandis peel extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic irritating plant extract that can cause photosensitivity in skin
More about Citrus grandis peel extractCocos nucifera oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCitrus reticulata peel extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products
More about Citrus reticulata peel extractCitrus limon peel extract~0.1–0.4%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractLactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractPunica granatum extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractLaminaria digitata extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractPlantago major seed extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.01–0.1%
- 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, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Glycosyl trehalose, Glyceryl glucoside, Sodium bicarbonate, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, Pentasodium pentetate, Butylene glycol, Citrus grandis peel extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Citrus reticulata peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate, Olea europaea leaf extract, Punica granatum extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Plantago major seed extract, 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.
| DHCPore Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeSulfate-Free Green Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam | The Crème Shop x SanrioThe Crème Shop x Hello Kitty Double Cleanse 2-In-1 Facial Cleanser | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYMoisture Cleansing Foam | |
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| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 40% |
| Price | $19.50 | $13.44−$6.06 | — | $14.20−$5.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Aspartic Acid | Niacinamide | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Safety assessment of hydrogenated starch hydrolysatesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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