Dr Glycolic™ Deep Purifying Clay Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glycinate, Lauryl glucoside + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Deep Purifying Clay Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capric acid, lauric acid, lauryl glucoside, myristic acid, palmitic acid, sodium cocoyl glycinate) 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.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Helps absorb excess oiliness and smooths away dead cells while maintaining the skin’s moisture balance and fighting the bacteria build-up that can cause breakouts.+ Deep cleanses and purifies skin.+ Dissolves the glue that holds dead cells onto the skin’s surface.+ Creamy texture for thorough cleansing.+ Perfects and smooths your skin’s surface.+ Smooths, brightens and clarifies.+ Fragrance-free”
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?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl glycinate~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinatePropanediol~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTitanium dioxide~3.4–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideGlycolic acid~2–2.5%
- 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 acidKaolin~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinBentonite~1.5–1.8%
Lauryl glucoside~1.3–1.6%
Myristic acid~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidCaprylyl glycol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.65–0.95%
Lauric acid~0.65–0.95%
- 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 acidStearic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidBehenyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcohol1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Gellan gum~0.25–0.45%
Panthenol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPalmitic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCapric acid~0.2–0.35%
Lactic acid~0.1–0.2%
- 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 acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Propanediol, Titanium dioxide, Glycolic acid, Kaolin, Bentonite, Lauryl glucoside, Myristic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauric acid, Stearic acid, Behenyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Gellan gum, Panthenol, Palmitic acid, Capric acid, Lactic acid
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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 Glycolic™Deep Purifying Clay CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OngredientsSkin Barrier Moisture Deep Cleanser | AcneFree Dermatology Inspired CareNEW Benzoyl Peroxide Deep Cleansing Foaming Wash | ACSEINEReset Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | — | $10.14 | $8.99 | $45.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 2 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Benzoyl Peroxide | Diglycerin |
| Irritancy | Low | 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
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