Glossier Cleanser Concentrate AHA Clarifying and Exfoliating Face Wash
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanser Concentrate AHA Clarifying and Exfoliating Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium laurate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationVitis vinifera juice extract, Lactic acidNot delivered
“Cleanser Concentrate AHA Clarifying and Exfoliating Face Wash”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with vitis vinifera juice extract, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Calendula officinalis flower extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone 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 betaine~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineChamomilla recutita flower water~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateGlycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinSodium lauroyl lactylate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateNiacinamide~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideVitis vinifera juice extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Contains AHAs that exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin due to the sugar content
More about Vitis vinifera juice extractLactic acid~0.75–1.15%
- 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 acidSorbitol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractSaccharomyces ferment~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces fermentPassiflora incarnata fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractMalic acid~0.35–0.65%
Arginine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineTocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolPropanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium laurate~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Chamomilla recutita flower water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Glycerin, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Niacinamide, Vitis vinifera juice extract, Lactic acid, Sorbitol, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Saccharomyces ferment, Passiflora incarnata fruit extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Malic acid, Arginine, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Sodium laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Pentylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| GlossierCleanser Concentrate AHA Clarifying and Exfoliating Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Community Sixty-SixDetoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 77% | 73% |
| Price | — | — | $7.50 | $15.82 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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.
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- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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