Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glotion For Body
Works for
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Hydrolyzed soy protein + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salix nigra bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
“Aloe botanical adds anti-inflammatory action, hyaluronic acid restores moisture and willow bark extract works to exfoliate and clear pores.”
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Sodium hyaluronate + 6 moreWorks
“Aloe botanical adds anti-inflammatory action, hyaluronic acid restores moisture and willow bark extract works to exfoliate and clear pores.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isopropyl isostearate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isopropyl isostearateDihydroxyacetone~3.7–5.6%
Polymethyl methacrylate~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylateCyclodextrin~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerErythrulose~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinOctyldodecanol~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCaffeine~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycolic acid~0.35–0.8%
- 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 acidLactic acid~0.3–0.7%
- 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 acidHydrolyzed soy protein~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinSalix nigra bark extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractAcrylates/carbamate copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Isohexadecane~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePolysorbate 60~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Isopropyl isostearate, Dihydroxyacetone, Polymethyl methacrylate, Cyclodextrin, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Erythrulose, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Caffeine, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Salix nigra bark extract, Acrylates/carbamate copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol, 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 Dennis GrossAlpha Beta Glotion For BodyYOUR PRODUCT | ADVANCED CLINICALS10% Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Exfoliating Body Cream | Kopari BeautyBody Bumps Be Gone | DermadoctorKP Duty Dermatologist Formulated Body Scrub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | — | $19.99 | $32.00 | $33.63 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Lactobacillus Ferment | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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