Elizavecca Milky Piggy Black Head 3 Step - FIRST STEP!
Works for
CleansingPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oilCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil) 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.
Anti-blemishKaolin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 2 moreNot delivered
“Milky Piggy Black Head 3 Step , FIRST STEP!”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy24 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Pvp~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpPeg-12 dimethicone~4.6–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeKaolin~3.4–4.1%
- 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 KaolinTitanium 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 dioxideVp/va copolymer~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulation and create a nice product consistency
More about Vp/va copolymerPropylene glycol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 glycolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Citrus limon fruit extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.1–1.4%
- 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 extractCi 17200~0.75–1.15%
Water~0.65–1%
Hamamelis virginiana water~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterButylene glycol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 glycolSalvia officinalis leaf water~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Phenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilJuniperus communis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Berry extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Juniperus communis fruit extractMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractArctium majus root extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractParfum~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSaponaria officinalis leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hypericum perforatum extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.35–0.6%
Propanediol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCitric acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIllicium verum fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- 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 extractLavandula angustifolia extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractAllantoin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinWater~0.35–0.65%
Glycerin~0.4–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydroxyethylcellulose~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilErythritol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolTrehalose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about Parfum1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateIllicium verum fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.25%
- 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 juiceIngredient list view
Water, Pvp, Peg-12 dimethicone, Kaolin, Titanium dioxide, Vp/va copolymer, Propylene glycol, Methylparaben, Citrus limon fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Ci 17200, Water, Hamamelis virginiana water, Butylene glycol, Salvia officinalis leaf water, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Juniperus communis fruit extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Arctium majus root extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Parfum, Caprylyl glycol, Saponaria officinalis leaf extract, Hypericum perforatum extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Propanediol, Citric acid, Illicium verum fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Allantoin, Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Erythritol, Trehalose, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, 1,2-hexanediol, Disodium edta, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Illicium verum fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
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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.
| ElizaveccaMilky Piggy Black Head 3 Step - FIRST STEP!YOUR PRODUCT | MuradRenewing Cleansing Cream | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | CliniqueClarifying Lotion Twice A Day 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 19% | 19% | 19% |
| Price | — | $21.42 | $22.00 | $32.12 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Madecassoside | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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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.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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