Holika Holika Acnenator Clearing Cream
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing10 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Brand from South Korea HOLIKA HOLIKA. Benefits This is a moisturizing cream that relieves irritation and calms acne. Formulated for acne-prone skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, zinc pca.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-blemish5 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Acnenator Clearing Cream”
This product contains ingredients (capryloyl salicylic acid, zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
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: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 8 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil + 2 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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Leptospermum scoparium leaf extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~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 GlycerinCyclohexasiloxane~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePropanediol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl methicone~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methicone1,2-hexanediol~0.9–1.35%
Leptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hamamelis virginiana extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCentella asiatica extract~1–1.5%
- 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 extract4-terpineol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc pca~0.55–1.25%
- 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 pcaMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMelaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capryloyl salicylic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Zea mays starch~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchButylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 glycolOctyldodecanol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolAllantoin~0.2–0.7%
- 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 AllantoinDipropylene glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinWater~0.15–0.55%
Tromethamine~0.15–0.55%
Carbomer~0.15–0.55%
- 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 CarbomerAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.1–0.45%
- 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 extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Chromium oxide greens~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Leptospermum scoparium leaf extract, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Propanediol, Caprylyl methicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Leptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Centella asiatica extract, 4-terpineol, Zinc pca, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Zea mays starch, Butylene glycol, Octyldodecanol, Allantoin, Dipropylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Water, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chromium oxide greens, 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.
| Holika HolikaAcnenator Clearing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cream | LancômeClarifique Day Cream | VichyNeovadiol Post-Menopause Firming Lipid-Replenishing Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 55% | 55% |
| Price | $17.80 | $20.25+$2.45 | $81.31+$63.51 | $42.81+$25.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
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