Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Volcanic Clay Body Wash
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco/oleamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, glycine soja protein, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) 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: coco/oleamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
A cleansing ingredients. Could be an allergen
A plant extract that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. It might be somewhat helpful for evening out the skin tone. It might be able to support elastin production but solid research is lacking
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Mineral rich Volcanic Clay detoxifies skin from everyday pollutants while lightly exfoliating.
Source: Ulta
This product might help exfoliate the skin with polylactic acid, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
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)
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Exfoliation |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 75/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
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)
A plant extract that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. It might be somewhat helpful for evening out the skin tone. It might be able to support elastin production but solid research is lacking
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
A cleansing ingredients. Could be an allergen
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Potential irritants
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant properties
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)
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant properties
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
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
Can absorb oil. There is no research confirming other benefits for the skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
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)
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
A plant extract that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. It might be somewhat helpful for evening out the skin tone. It might be able to support elastin production but solid research is lacking
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Ingredient list view
Water, Unknown, Aloe ferox leaf juice extract, Arctium majus root extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Nasturtium officinale extract, Decyl glucoside, Coco/oleamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Kaolin, Unknown, Clay, Glyceryl distearate, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Salicylic acid, Polyquaternium-10, Polylactic acid, Dimethicone copolyol, Unknown, Glycine soja protein, Unknown, Charcoal, Salvia sclarea oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Zingiber officinale root oil, Parfum, Citrus grandis seed extract
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