Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 4 moreCan be harsh
“A-Thera Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.1–0.45%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“This cleansing foam goes hard to work on stubborn acne.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Origanum majorana leaf extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~40–60%
Myristic acid~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~2.7–4.1%
Propylene glycol~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolStearic acid~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~1.5–2.3%
- 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 acidPeg-75~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Glyceryl stearate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- 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 extractLepidium meyenii root extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractOriganum majorana leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ocimum basilicum leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a frangrance. Can be irritating. Might have some anti-bacterial properties
More about Ocimum basilicum leaf extractBambusa vulgaris water~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilSalicylic acid~0.1–0.45%
- 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 acidPoloxamer 184~0.1–0.45%
Water~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Maltodextrin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Peg-75, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Lepidium meyenii root extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Origanum majorana leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum leaf extract, Bambusa vulgaris water, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Salicylic acid, Poloxamer 184, Water, Disodium edta, Maltodextrin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol
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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. OracleA-Thera Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | celimaxJIWOOGAE Baking Soda Foam Cleansing | ElishacoyTetraforce Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Price | $32.00 | $38.73+$6.73 | $10.80−$21.20 | $11.92−$20.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 8 of 9 | 9 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Ceramide Np | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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