Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 5 moreCan be harsh
“AC Clear Cleansing Foam”
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.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Helps remove sebum and dead skin cells on the skin effectively.”
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, salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.4–9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPotassium hydroxide~1.9–2.3%
1,2-hexanediol~0.75–1.1%
Glyceryl stearate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlycol distearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePeg-100 stearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.65–0.95%
- 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 extractPolysorbate 20~0.55–0.85%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateButylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Disodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Lactic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCitric acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycolic 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 acidSalicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
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)
More about Salicylic acidSaccharomyces ferment~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces fermentNelumbo nucifera leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cryptomeria japonica leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antioxidant effect in skin
More about Cryptomeria japonica leaf extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melaleuca alternifolia extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita extract~0.2–0.35%
Cymbopogon citratus extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractChrysanthellum indicum extract~0.05–0.1%
Maltodextrin~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Glycol distearate, Peg-100 stearate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Lactic acid, Citric acid, Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid, Saccharomyces ferment, Nelumbo nucifera leaf extract, Cryptomeria japonica leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Mentha piperita extract, Cymbopogon citratus extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Maltodextrin
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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.
| EyenlipAC Clear Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam | Banila CoClean It Zero Pore Clarifying Foam Cleanser | ACWELLpH Balancing Soothing Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 82% | 81% |
| Price | — | $10.27 | $18.73 | $13.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 6 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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