Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Salicylic acid dissolves excess sebum and exfoliates.”
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: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
MoisturizingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“We've added new ingredients - like AHAs and Tasmanian Pepper Fruit - to improve product performance and help with the appearance of dryness around imperfections.”
Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Why We Love It: Indie Lee Banish Stick works fast to reduce the appearance of blemishes and breakouts overnight or on the go.”
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, salicylic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Camphor, Hamamelis virginiana extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Isopropyl alcohol~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholWater~13–20%
Zinc sulfate~1.6–2.4%
Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- 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 acidGlycolic acid~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidCamphor~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCellulose gum~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumMenthol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Isopropyl alcohol, Water, Zinc sulfate, Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid, Camphor, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Cellulose gum, Menthol
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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.
| Indie LeeBanish StickYOUR PRODUCT | GlyDermSolution Plus Exfoliator 12% | GlytoneEnhance Brightening Solution | Skin DoctorsInGrow Go | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 95% | 95% |
| Price | $23.00 | — | $30.64+$7.64 | $15.09−$7.91 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Niacinamide | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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