Works for
Anti-blemishAzelaic acidWorks well
“Purifying Spot Gel”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Azelaic acid, Quercetin + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (azelaic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - quercetin also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Azelaic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: azelaic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit · TocopherolMay help
This product contains azelaic acid. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Cocos nucifera oil, Glycerin + 4 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: cocos nucifera oil, carthamus tinctorius seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Rosmarinus officinalis extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Azelaic acid~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is produced by a yeast that lives on normal human skin. It is used in medicine as a topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. It has a mild exfoliating effect. It can also help reduce hyperpigmentation, helps calm down inflammation and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Azelaic acidButylene glycol~5.1–7.7%
- 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 glycolCaprylyl glycol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCocos nucifera oil~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilEthylhexylglycerin~2.7–4%
Glycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus flower extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexylene glycol~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerBisabolol1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolZinc~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Quercetin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about QuercetinOryza sativa bran~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilTocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolWater~0.1–0.45%
Ingredient list view
Azelaic acid, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Cocos nucifera oil, Unknown, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus flower extract, Hexylene glycol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Bisabolol, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Phenoxyethanol, Unknown, Zinc, Quercetin, Oryza sativa bran, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Unknown, Tocopherol, Water
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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.
| EpioncePurifying Spot GelYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Spot Treatment | CeramolSpot Block | Dr Sam'sFlawless Neutralising Gel Roller | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 81% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | $42.00 | $30.00−$12.00 | $29.33−$12.67 | $66.84+$24.84 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Ceramide 3 | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Dermaquest DermaClear Spot TreatmentTarte Sugar Rush - No Bullzit Acne Spot Treatment
Product summary
"Epionce - Purifying Spot Gel" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-blemish and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Azelaic Acid (22.00% - 34.00%). This active can reduce hyperpigmentation. It also works helps against acne and clogged pores. Please note that Azelaic Acid is most effective against acne in concentrations between 10% and 20%.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.10% - 3.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 40.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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