ELEMIS Advanced Skincare Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Polysorbate 80 + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Product name: Advanced Skincare Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, cetearyl olivate, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, polysorbate 80, sorbitan olivate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinWater~4.2–6.2%
Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearatePolysorbate 80~2.4–3.6%
Cetearyl olivate~1.9–2.8%
Sorbitan olivate~1.4–2.1%
Hydroxyacetophenone~1.2–1.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMangifera indica seed butter~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterSalvia hispanica seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
More about Salvia hispanica seed oilLactobacillus/acerola cherry ferment~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateCamellia sinensis seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis seed oilCandida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and preserve the product formulation
More about Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate fermentSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilBeta-carotene~0.15–0.6%
Capsanthin/capsorubin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 glycolTocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateOlea europaea fruit oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oil1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateAscorbyl palmitate~0.05–0.15%
- 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 palmitateRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractAscorbic acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Polysorbate 80, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer, Citric acid, Mangifera indica seed butter, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Lactobacillus/acerola cherry ferment, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Camellia sinensis seed oil, Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, Sodium hydroxide, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Beta-carotene, Capsanthin/capsorubin, Butylene glycol, Tocopherol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Olea europaea fruit oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Ascorbic acid
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| ELEMISAdvanced Skincare Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing ButterYOUR PRODUCT | Rhodepineapple refresh — big | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | — | $42.53 | $23.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 2 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Algae Extract | Beta-Sitosterol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: JUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing MilkKate Somerville DeliKate™ Soothing Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Extraction and Characteristics of Seed Kernel Oil from Mangopdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.