Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-blemish
- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 6
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
The award-winning formula combines the textures of an oil, milk and balm for a thorough cleanse, while a blend of lavender, chamomile and eucalyptus offer a serene aroma to help refresh the senses.
Source: Lookfantastic US
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, lauryl glucoside, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, peg-60 almond glycerides, peg-8 beeswax, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sorbitan stearate, 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
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps oil and water mix together
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Helps dissolve other ingredients
Helps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Helps water and oil mix together
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Discover the Elemis Skin Care Duo, a set of everyday cleansing essentials that seek to revive, purify and nourish the skin.
Source: Lookfantastic US
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Transforming into a creamy lather, the hydrating cleanser seeks to resurface and invigorate the skin with a trio of ferulic, lactic and succinic acids, encouraging a youthful-looking glow.
Source: Lookfantastic US
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
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)
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Exfoliation | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 33/100.
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Key Actives
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
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)
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
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
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
Helps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps dissolve other ingredients
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
Potential irritants
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
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)
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
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
Helps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
All ingredients
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
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)
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
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
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Lauryl glucoside, Xanthan gum, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Chlorphenesin, Sodium chloride, Disodium edta, Parfum, Copper pca, Maris sal, Sea salt, Succinic acid, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Lactic acid, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Sodium hydroxide, Zinc gluconate, Magnesium aspartate, Acacia decurrens flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Linalool, Lactobacillus ferment, Citronellol, Geraniol, Copper gluconate, Rhizobian gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Peg-8 beeswax, Cetearyl alcohol, Sorbitan stearate, Sambucus nigra seed oil, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Silica, Avena sativa kernel oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel cera, Glycerin, Lecithin, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Cocos nucifera oil, Rosa multiflora flower cera, Lavandula hybrida oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Geraniol, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Tocopherol, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Citronellol, Cinnamomum camphora wood oil, Limonene, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Parfum, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Menthol, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Citric acid
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