Dr. Bailey Skin Care Triple-Action Exfoliating Cleanser
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Triple-Action Exfoliating Cleanser”
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, salicylic acid.
CleansingSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Triple-Action Exfoliating Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, xanthan gum) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“loosens oil-bound debris”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid, retinyl palmitate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Retinyl palmitate, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Microcrystalline cellulose~4.9–7.3%
Cellulose~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateGlycolic acid~2.1–3.1%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAmmonium hydroxide~1.5–2.2%
Xanthan gum~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSalicylic acid~0.8–1.2%
- 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 acidChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSymphytum officinale leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Symphytum officinale leaf extractBisabolol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 BisabololArbutin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinSodium lauroamphoacetate~0.55–1.25%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAscorbyl palmitate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateRetinyl palmitate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitatePhospholipids~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCamellia sinensis polyphenols~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilUbiquinone~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinonePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Parfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Microcrystalline cellulose, Cellulose, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Glycolic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Ammonium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Salicylic acid, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Bisabolol, Arbutin, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Retinyl palmitate, Phospholipids, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Camellia sinensis polyphenols, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ubiquinone, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta, Parfum
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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.
| Dr. Bailey Skin CareTriple-Action Exfoliating CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaOil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Cream Wash | YEOUTHVitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night Cream | MuradMini AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 86% |
| Price | — | $9.49 | $41.90 | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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