Eva Naturals Glycolic Acid Face Wash & Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Glycolic Acid Face Wash & Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mipa, cocamidopropyl betaine, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, decyl glucoside, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate) 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, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
“Gentle Exfoliation: Glycolic acid and 100% biodegradable Jojoba Beads provide gentle yet effective exfoliation, removing dead skin cells without causing irritation.”
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: glycolic acid.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 2 moreNot delivered
“Fights acne and breakouts”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus grandis seed extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.5–9.1%
- 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 juiceDimethyl sulfone~4.3–5.3%
Jojoba esters~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersDecyl glucoside~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCocamidopropyl betaine~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultainePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCocamide mipa~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaCarrageenan~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanCucumis sativus extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~0.6–0.95%
Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerLavandula angustifolia water~0.4–0.6%
Sodium hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
Ganoderma lucidum extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Glycolic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidArctium lappa root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractCalendula officinalis extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractCitrus grandis seed extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salix alba bark extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Salix alba bark extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTrifolium pratense leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCentella asiatica extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractEquisetum arvense extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Equisetum arvense extractGeranium maculatum extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Geranium maculatum extractTaraxacum officinale extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergen
More about Taraxacum officinale extractBorago officinalis seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilRosa canina seed oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.1–0.2%
Origanum vulgare extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Dimethyl sulfone, Jojoba esters, Decyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Phenoxyethanol, Cocamide mipa, Carrageenan, Cucumis sativus extract, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Lavandula angustifolia water, Sodium hydroxide, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycolic acid, Arctium lappa root extract, Calendula officinalis extract, Citrus grandis seed extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Salix alba bark extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Trifolium pratense leaf extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Alcohol, Centella asiatica extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Geranium maculatum extract, Taraxacum officinale extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Rosa canina seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Origanum vulgare extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
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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.
| Eva NaturalsGlycolic Acid Face Wash & CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Derma EVitamin C Daily Brightening Cleanser | SwisseGlycolic Acid 8% Brightening Gel Cleanser | AcneFree Dermatology Inspired CareNEW Benzoyl Peroxide Deep Cleansing Foaming Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 49% | 49% |
| Price | $17.99 | $15.77−$2.22 | $13.73−$4.26 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Allantoin | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| 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 24 studies and safety reviews.
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