Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Lauryl glucoside + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Graydon Face Foam is a super gentle, foaming cleanser with a creamy texture that effectively removes dirt, makeup and sweat while balancing the pH of your skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Azelaic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Bambusa vulgaris extract~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~6.5–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractSodium cocoamphoacetate~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinLauryl glucoside~2.7–4.1%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosidePolyglyceryl-10 isostearate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-glucoside~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateAzelaic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is produced by a yeast that lives on normal human skin. It is used in medicine as a topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. It has a mild exfoliating effect. It can also help reduce hyperpigmentation, helps calm down inflammation and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Azelaic acidArthrospira platensis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropanediol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAcetic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Bambusa vulgaris extract, Salix alba bark extract, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Glycerin, Lauryl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-10 isostearate, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Azelaic acid, Arthrospira platensis extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, Acetic 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.
| GraydonFace FoamYOUR PRODUCT | PrequelREDNESS REFORM SULFUR CLEANSER | PCA SKINBlemish Control Bar Cleanser | Dr. Barbara SturmCleanser Mousse Nettoyante | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 61% | 35% |
| Price | $39.95 | $17.99−$21.96 | $64.43+$24.48 | $60.00+$20.05 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Sulfur | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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