Works for
CleansingSodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate + 2 moreCan be harsh
“5% Gentle Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“Glycolix 10% Gentle Facial Cleanser is lightweight formula drenches the face in comfort and calm while sweeping pores clear of dirt, oil, and debris.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acidWorks 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: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Glycolic acid, 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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Glycolic acid10%
- 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 acidWater10%
Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate~9.8–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium lauryl sulfoacetateDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~5.9–7.3%
Aloe barbadensis extract~3.6–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractSodium laureth sulfate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePeg-150 distearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateTocopheryl acetate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAmmonium hydroxide~1.2–1.4%
Saccharum officinarum extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Propylene 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 glycolMethylparaben~0.05–0.1%
Propylparaben~0.05%
Diazolidinyl urea~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaIngredient list view
Glycolic acid, Water, Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Sodium laureth sulfate, Peg-150 distearate, Tocopheryl acetate, Ammonium hydroxide, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Disodium edta, Propylene glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl urea
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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.
| Glycolix5% Gentle Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skin AuthorityDaily Cleanser | Derma EVitamin C Daily Brightening Cleanser | Laboratoire ACMSébionex Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 49% | 49% |
| Price | — | $7.88 | $15.77 | $9.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Retinol | Sodium Cocoamphoacetate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Avène CleananceNeutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Cream Wash
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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