I Dew Care Clean Zit Away Acne Foaming Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoamphodiacetate, Lauryl hydroxysultaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Clean Zit Away Acne Foaming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hexylene glycol, hydrogenated lecithin, lauryl hydroxysultaine, sodium cocoyl alaninate) 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: coco-betaine
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Beta-glucanWorks well
“A vegan foam cleanser infused with that deeply removes skin impurities and makeup residues inside pores while offering acne treatment.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
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: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract + 1 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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Salicylic acid1.5%
- 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 acidWater~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~5.6–6.9%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateMethylpropanediol~2.5–3.1%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~2.5–3.1%
Sodium chloride~1.8–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium cocoyl alaninate~1.4–1.8%
Coco-betaine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineTromethamine~1–1.2%
Acrylates copolymer~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitric acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHexylene glycol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolLaminaria japonica extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractEclipta prostrata leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Eclipta prostrata leaf extract1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Fructooligosaccharides~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesButylene glycol~0.25–0.4%
- 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 glycolBeta-glucan~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.3%
- 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 lecithinMelaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidPropanediol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Methylpropanediol, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Sodium chloride, Sodium cocoyl alaninate, Coco-betaine, Tromethamine, Acrylates copolymer, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citric acid, Hexylene glycol, Laminaria japonica extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Fructooligosaccharides, Butylene glycol, Beta-glucan, Hydrogenated lecithin, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Propanediol, Citrus unshiu peel 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.
| I Dew CareClean Zit Away Acne Foaming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam | melixirMandarin Morning Face Cleanser | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | — | $13.06 | $23.80 | $38.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 8 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceramide Np | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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