Eminence Organics Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser

Eminence Organics Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser

Efficacy91/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Exfoliation
Salicylic acid, Salix alba bark extract
Works well
What the product description says
“Lactic acid exfoliates, while cucumber juice tones and shrinks pore size.”
Source: Dermstore

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: salicylic acid.

Salicylic acidKey activeEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.4–0.9%
Salix alba bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect~4.5–6.8%
Anti-blemish
Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Crafted with tea tree oil, this face wash neutralizes bacteria to prevent breakouts, while astringent willow bark controls oil production.”
Source: Dermstore

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Salicylic acidHeroEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.4–0.9%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: LowTraditionally 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~23–34%
Salix alba bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect~4.5–6.8%
Cleansing
Lauryl glucoside
Can be harsh
What the product description says
“Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser”
Source: Dermstore

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.

Lauryl glucosideEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.5–1.2%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
7 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi peel extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract + 5 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 22 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Salix alba bark extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effectHigh~4.5–6.8%est.
Citrus paradisi peel extract—High~2.6–3.9%est.
Symphytum officinale leaf extractA plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effectHigh~2–2.9%est.
Lavandula angustifolia flower extractEssential oil that can be irritatingHigh~1.6–2.4%est.
Mentha piperita leaf extractUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~1.1–1.6%est.
Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.9–1.3%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.4–0.9%est.
Salicylic acidUsed 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)High~0.4–0.9%est.
Menthol—High~0.3–0.7%est.
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAn essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.3–0.7%est.
Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.8%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally 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 skinMedium~23–34%est.
Lauryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.5–1.2%est.
Sorbic acidA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.35–0.8%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.3–0.75%est.
Euterpe oleracea fruit extractA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skinMedium~0.2–0.8%est.
Malpighia glabra fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lackingMedium~0.2–0.8%est.
Myrciaria dubia fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lackingMedium~0.2–0.75%est.
Daucus carota sativa extract—Medium~0.15–0.65%est.
Lycium barbarum fruit extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layerMedium~0.15–0.6%est.
Tapioca starchUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.15–0.5%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
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Ingredients

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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

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Cucumis sativus juice~4–6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Cucumber juice. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but mostly works as plain water in skincare

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Salix alba bark extract~4.5–6.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishExfoliation

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect

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Rosa canina seed extract~3.6–5.4%
Formula
Citrus paradisi peel extract~2.6–3.9%
Irritant · high
Symphytum officinale leaf extract~2–2.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect

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Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~1.6–2.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Essential oil that can be irritating

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Equisetum arvense leaf extract~1.2–1.7%
Formula
Mentha piperita leaf extract~1.1–1.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.9–1.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

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Beta vulgaris extract~0.55–1.35%
Formula
Glycerin~0.5–1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Sweet almond milk
Not recognized
Lauryl glucoside~0.5–1.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Benzyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Salicylic acid~0.4–0.9%
Hero · Anti-blemishIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryExfoliationAnti-blemishAntibacterialEvens skin tone

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)

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Glycerin~0.45–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Sorbic acid~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Yogurt~0.35–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Yogurt
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect

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Citric acid~0.3–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Menthol~0.3–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.3–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

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Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Malpighia glabra fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking

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Phyllanthus emblica extract~0.3–0.7%
Formula
Adansonia digitata fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Myrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking

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Daucus carota sativa extract~0.15–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Cocos nucifera water~0.15–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lycium barbarum fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer

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Tapioca starch~0.15–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Thioctic acid~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-aging
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Ubiquinone~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen

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Glycerin~0.1–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Ingredient list view

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cucumis sativus juice, Salix alba bark extract, Rosa canina seed extract, Citrus paradisi peel extract, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Equisetum arvense leaf extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Beta vulgaris extract, Glycerin, Unknown, Lauryl glucoside, Benzyl alcohol, Salicylic acid, Glycerin, Sorbic acid, Yogurt, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Citric acid, Menthol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Malpighia glabra fruit extract, Phyllanthus emblica extract, Adansonia digitata fruit extract, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Daucus carota sativa extract, Cocos nucifera water, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Tapioca starch, Thioctic acid, Ubiquinone, Glycerin

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