Works for
MoisturizingSodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf powder + 3 moreWorks
“Hydrate.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Retinyl palmitateWorks well
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Retinyl palmitateWorks 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol denat.~7.2–10.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- 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 acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolXanthan gum~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMica~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaAloe barbadensis leaf powder~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf powderAlgae~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hyaluronate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLecithin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinRetinyl palmitate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideLimonene~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTocopherol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolAscorbyl palmitate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Sodium salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylatePropylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPlantago lanceolata leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Plantago lanceolata leaf extractSodium dehydroacetate~0.1–0.35%
Mahonia aquifolium root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTitanium dioxide~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77288~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Salicylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum, Mica, Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Algae, Parfum, Sodium hyaluronate, Lecithin, Retinyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Limonene, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Chlorphenesin, Sodium salicylate, Propylene glycol, Plantago lanceolata leaf extract, Sodium dehydroacetate, Mahonia aquifolium root extract, Citric acid, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77288
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| Figs & RougeClarityYOUR PRODUCT | Baxter of CaliforniaSkin Concentrate BHA Serum | REVOLUTION SKINCAREDehydrated Skin Peeling Solution | Jan MariniBioclear Cream | |
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| Match | — | 86% | 85% | 84% |
| Price | — | $37.00 | — | $89.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Gluconolactone | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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