Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“AC MILD Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, peg-100 stearate, poloxamer 184, stearic acid) 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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.75%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Treat stressed skin to a calming, clarifying cleanse with K-beauty label Holika Holika’s AC MILD Cleansing Foam from the brand’s AC MILD range, a series of skincare treatments devoted specifically to oily, sensitive skin prone to inflammation, acne outbursts and excessive shine.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Myristic acid~7–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 hydroxide~2.7–4.1%
Propylene glycol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolStearic acid~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPeg-75~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Glyceryl stearate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePoloxamer 184~0.45–1.05%
Salicylic acid~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acidParfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- 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 extractChrysanthemum morifolium flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extractRosa centifolia flower extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Peg-75, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Poloxamer 184, Salicylic acid, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Disodium edta
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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.
| Holika HolikaAC MILD Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | IOPEDerma Trouble Cleanser | Bring greenTea tree cleansing foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | — | $38.73 | $20.20 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Palmitic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1
- 2
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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