Glowbiotics MD Probiotic Acne Treatment Cleanser
Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Beta-glucanWorks well
“A concentrated gel cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid purifies and combats acne while helping to prevent future breakouts.”
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.
CleansingDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Probiotic Acne Treatment Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, 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, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Skin is gentle exfoliated and pores are unclogged, leaving the complexion ultra-clean and visibly clear.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Methylisothiazolinone, Zingiber officinale root extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- 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 acidWater~45–55%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~12–14%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~5.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium lauroamphoacetate~4.3–5.2%
Glycerin~2.4–3%
- 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 GlycerinSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineBisabolol~1.2–1.5%
- 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 BisabololZingiber officinale root extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractAvena sativa kernel extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractDisodium edta~0.6–0.9%
Beta-glucan~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanEucalyptus globulus oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMenthol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Myristoyl tetrapeptide-13~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl carboxymethyl cocoyl glycine~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Glycerin, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Methylisothiazolinone, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Bisabolol, Zingiber officinale root extract, Unknown, Avena sativa kernel extract, Disodium edta, Beta-glucan, Eucalyptus globulus oil, Xanthan gum, Menthol, Myristoyl tetrapeptide-13, Acetyl carboxymethyl cocoyl glycine, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| Glowbiotics MDProbiotic Acne Treatment CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | TulaKeep It Clear | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Dr. LorettaBotanical Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $59.00 | $36.00−$23.00 | $7.82−$51.18 | $40.00−$19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Azelaic Acid | Niacinamide | Sodium Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 18 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
- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 6
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