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Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Gel Washable Cleanser
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Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Gel Washable Cleanser

Efficacy75/100IrritancyMedium
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Works for

Cleansing
Capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, Peg-30 glyceryl cocoate + 3 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Gel Washable Cleanser”
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 (capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, peg-30 glyceryl cocoate, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine

Capryl/capramidopropyl betaineEffect: High~3.8–5.7%
Peg-30 glyceryl cocoateEffect: High~3.1–4.7%
Cocamidopropyl betaineEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen~2.1–3.2%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinateEffect: High~1.5–2.2%
Xanthan gumEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.15–0.65%
Exfoliation
Papain, Glycolic acid
Not delivered
What the product description says
“Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Gel Washable Cleanser is a gentle scrub-free facial cleanser.”
Source: Ulta

This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

PapainEffect: LowAn enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating~0.05–0.25%
Glycolic acidUnder-dosedAn 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~0.05–0.15%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Parfum
Medium risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~4.9–7.3%est.
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~2.1–3.2%est.
PapainAn enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
Glycolic acidAn 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 acidHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.01–0.1%est.
Ananas sativus fruit extractA fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skinMedium~1.1–1.7%est.
Ascorbyl glucosideA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsMedium~1–1.5%est.
Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.8–1.2%est.
Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.45%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Propylene glycol~4.9–7.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Peg-30 glyceryl cocoate~3.1–4.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Capryl/capramidopropyl betaine~3.8–5.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Glycerin~2.1–3.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.1–3.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~1.5–2.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Ananas sativus fruit extract~1.1–1.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin

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Ascorbyl glucoside~1–1.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.8–1.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

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.

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Sodium chloride~0.55–1.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Sodium hydroxide~0.4–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Peg-32~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Benzoic acid~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Propanediol~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Papain~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Exfoliation

An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating

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Glycolic acid~0.05–0.15%
Under-dosedIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneExfoliationAnti-blemish

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 acid
Parfum~0.01–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

More about Parfum
F.i.l. c256135/2
Not recognized
Ingredient list view

Water, Propylene glycol, Peg-30 glyceryl cocoate, Capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Ascorbyl glucoside, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-32, Xanthan gum, Benzoic acid, Propanediol, Papain, Glycolic acid, Parfum, Unknown

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  4. 4
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. 5
    The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  6. 6
    Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivativesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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