Herbivore Botanicals Aquarius BHA + Blue Tansy Clarity Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Aquarius BHA + Blue Tansy Clarity 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, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coco-glucoside, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate) 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, coco-glucoside
Anti-blemishZinc pca, Melia azadirachta leaf extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Willow bark BHA visibly tightens and unclogs pores while zinc helps control excess oil.”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSalix nigra bark extractNot delivered
“Why we stand behind it This BHA gel cleanser deep cleans and gently exfoliates oily and combination skin prone to breakouts.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Tanacetum annuum flower oil, Sodium anisate + 3 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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Water~45–55%
Bha~6.6–8.1%
Zinc~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Clay~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can absorb oil. There is no research confirming other benefits for the skin
More about ClayWater~2.6–3.2%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~1.5–1.9%
- 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 oleoyl taurate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium methyl oleoyl taurateLauryl glucoside~1.1–1.3%
Coco-glucoside~0.75–1.1%
- 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-glucosideSalix nigra bark extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractTanacetum annuum flower oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that has anti-inflammatory properties but also contains irritating compounds
More about Tanacetum annuum flower oilZinc pca~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractSodium levulinate~0.5–0.75%
Sodium anisate~0.5–0.75%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineMenthyl lactate~0.3–0.55%
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.5%
- 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 leaf juiceLactobacillus ferment~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateBetaine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractOcimum basilicum flower/leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Canbe irritating
More about Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractIngredient list view
Water, Bha, Zinc, Clay, Water, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, Lauryl glucoside, Coco-glucoside, Salix nigra bark extract, Tanacetum annuum flower oil, Zinc pca, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Menthyl lactate, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Lactobacillus ferment, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Betaine, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract
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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.
| Herbivore BotanicalsAquarius BHA + Blue Tansy Clarity CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skinfixbarrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel Cleanser | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | JLo BeautyThat Hit Single Gel-Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $26.00 | $12.00−$14.00 | $14.15−$11.85 | $39.00+$13.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 7 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Eop | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 5Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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