Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: low
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Works for
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Suitable for all skin types including sensitive, this innovative powder formula is a unique blend of enzymes, antioxidants (including vitamin C), and hydrators that work to buff away dead skin cells, dirt, and debris, resulting in a brighter and more even skin tone.
Source: Beauty Bay
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: gluconolactone.
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Sunapee Sacred-C Brightening Powder Wash
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Exfoliation | |
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 87/100.
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Key Actives
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
Green tea leaf powder that might contain antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals in skin
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Potential irritants
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
Used to thicken the product's consistency
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
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.
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
Comedogenic ingredients
Used to thicken the product's consistency
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
All ingredients
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
Used to thicken the product's consistency
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
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
Green tea leaf powder that might contain antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals in skin
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.
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
Ingredient list view
Bentonite, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Kaolin, Oryza sativa bran, Unknown, Bambusa arundinacea stem powder, Zea mays starch, Ascorbic acid, Papain, Kojic acid, Bromelain, Sodium hyaluronate, Cocos nucifera oil, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza glabra root powder, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf, Chamomilla recutita flower, Unknown, Rubus idaeus seed, Unknown, Vaccinium corymbosum seed, Tocopheryl acetate, Unknown, Maltodextrin, Acacia senegal gum, Potassium sorbate, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate
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