Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-4 caprate, CarbomerCleanses gently
“Removes makeup and skin impurities from pores while helping reduce oil shine.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, polyglyceryl-4 caprate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Centella asiatica leaf water~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~11–17%
Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.2–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.8–2.7%
Hydrolyzed collagen~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenHamamelis virginiana extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCarbomer~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTromethamine~0.85–1.3%
1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractSalix alba bark extract~0.35–0.75%
- 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 extractOriganum vulgare leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
More about Origanum vulgare leaf extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.2–0.7%
Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractCinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.2–0.7%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- 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 extractCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractAllantoin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.4%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePentylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAspalathus linearis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractCommiphora abyssinica resin extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Perilla frutescens leaf extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance for its mint-like smell
More about Perilla frutescens leaf extractYucca schidigera root extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Centella asiatica leaf water, Water, Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Carbomer, Tromethamine, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Salix alba bark extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Pentylene glycol, Aspalathus linearis extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Commiphora abyssinica resin extract, Perilla frutescens leaf extract, Yucca schidigera root extract, Parfum, Limonene
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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.
| GRAYMELINMelin Clean SerumYOUR PRODUCT | The OrdinaryBuffet and Squalane Cleanser | Carbon TheoryCharcoal & Tea Tree Oil Cleansing Wash | ZO Skin HealthHydraFacial Rozatrol Booster - 6 Booster Serum Vials | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $9.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 1 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Pentapeptide-18 | Salicylic Acid | Lecithin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"GRAYMELIN - Melin Clean Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (hydrolyzed collagen 1.50% - 2.20% and glycerin 3.20% - 4.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 16.70$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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