
“Lactic acid exfoliates, while cucumber juice tones and shrinks pore size.”
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.
“Crafted with tea tree oil, this face wash neutralizes bacteria to prevent breakouts, while astringent willow bark controls oil production.”
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.
“Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser”
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.


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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 juiceCucumber juice. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but mostly works as plain water in skincare
More about Cucumis sativus juiceA 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
More about Salix alba bark extractA plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Symphytum officinale leaf extractEssential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractUsed as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractOne 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 GlycerinA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholUsed 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 acidOne 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 GlycerinMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAn essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Malpighia glabra fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractMight help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Cocos nucifera waterA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractCoenzyme 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
More about UbiquinoneOne 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 GlycerinAloe 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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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.
| Eminence OrganicsClear Skin Probiotic CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Doctor OrOily OR FORTE Therapeutic Cleansing Gel for Oily Acne Prone Skin | One Love OrganicsBotanical A Facial Cleanser | Dr. Barbara SturmCleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 80% |
| Price | $49.00 | — | $42.00−$7.00 | $67.36+$18.36 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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