Good Molecules Acne Foaming Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Lauryl glucosideCleanses gently
“Acne Foaming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauryl glucoside, sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate) 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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Good Molecules Acne Foaming Cleanser exfoliates on the skin's surface and deep within pores.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Acne Foaming Cleanser”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateLauryl glucoside~3.3–4.9%
Salicylic acid~0.85–1.3%
- 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 acidGlycerin~1.5–2.3%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium gluconate~0.35–0.85%
Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractSorbic acid~0.1–0.35%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.05–0.2%
- 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 leaf juice powderCitric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Lauryl glucoside, Salicylic acid, Glycerin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium gluconate, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Sorbic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, 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.
| Good MoleculesAcne Foaming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Barbara SturmCleanser | OleHenriksenDaily D-Clog Pore-Clearing Salicylic Acid Cleanser | KORRESPomegranate Pore Refining Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 91% | 89% |
| Price | $12.00 | $66.63+$54.63 | $33.31+$21.31 | $25.97+$13.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Betaine | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Carbon Theory SALICYLIC ACID EXFOLIATING GEL CLEANSERThe Elements Purifying Gel Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 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
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