Formula 10.0.6 Melt Away Vitamin C Triple Action Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Melt Away Vitamin C Triple Action Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, decyl glucoside, hydrogenated palm glycerides, potassium cetyl phosphate, xanthan gum) 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: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Vitamin C boosts skin¿s radiance, alpha hydroxy acids gently resurfaces, while hemp seed oil cleanses and moisturizes.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract + 1 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%
Decyl glucoside~8.4–10.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineCetearyl alcohol~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlycerin~2.5–3%
- 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 GlycerinCannabis sativa seed oil~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilPotassium cetyl phosphate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateXanthan gum~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydrogenated palm glycerides~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesGlycolic acid~0.95–1.15%
- 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 acidVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractPanthenol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateAcer saccharum extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSclerotium gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumPullulan~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanSilica~0.35–0.65%
Lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinBisabolol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 BisabololPropylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Glycolic acid, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Panthenol, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Acer saccharum extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Sclerotium gum, Pullulan, Silica, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Propylene glycol, Disodium edta, Parfum, Citric acid
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Formula 10.0.6Melt Away Vitamin C Triple Action CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | AcneFree Dermatology Inspired CareNEW Benzoyl Peroxide Deep Cleansing Foaming Wash | Perricone MDNeuropeptide Pore-Refining & Resurfacing Cream Cleanser | PurifideBlackhead Control 2% SA Deep Exfoliating Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 46% | 44% | 42% |
| Price | — | $8.99 | $47.10 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 4 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Benzoyl Peroxide | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as a Resource for Green Cosmeticstandfonline.com
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- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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