Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20 + 3 moreCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, hexylene glycol, polysorbate 60, ppg-5-laureth-5) 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-blemishZinc gluconate, AllantoinNot delivered
“Take your health to the next level with FSA eligible Acne Treatments products.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationZinc gluconate, AllantoinNot delivered
“Daily Brightening Exfoliator”
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?
Irritancy14 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.1–7.4%
- 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 glycolCetearyl alcohol~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDimethicone~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSodium polyacrylate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateGlycerin~1.9–2.3%
- 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 GlycerinCeteareth-20~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Polysorbate 60~1.3–1.6%
Hydrogenated polydecene~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneEthylhexyl palmitate~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateAluminum starch octenylsuccinate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Aluminum starch octenylsuccinatePpg-2 myristyl ether propionate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideSqualane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.6%
- 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 triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolZinc gluconate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateMorus alba root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolBisabolol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 BisabololSafflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ppg-5-laureth-5~0.25–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Kojic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
More about Kojic acidHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinSophora angustifolia root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Polyquaternium-11~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-11Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~0.1–0.2%
- 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 AllantoinIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Sodium polyacrylate, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Polysorbate 60, Hydrogenated polydecene, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, Ppg-2 myristyl ether propionate, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Squalane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Zinc gluconate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Morus alba root extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Bisabolol, Safflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters, Ppg-5-laureth-5, Sodium hydroxide, Kojic acid, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Sophora angustifolia root extract, Disodium edta, Polyquaternium-11, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin
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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.
| DifferinDaily Brightening ExfoliatorYOUR PRODUCT | iS ClinicalCream Cleanser | SuperdrugEssential Cleansing Bio Face Wipes Sensitive Skin | ALASTIN SkincareUltra Calm Cleansing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 29% | 29% |
| Price | $9.89 | $52.00+$42.11 | $1.34−$8.55 | $58.00+$48.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 5Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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