Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Myristic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“A gentle foaming cleanser for acne-prone and oily skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, peg-100 stearate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Lauric acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Salicylic Acid helps to treat blackheads and whiteheads”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus unshiu peel extract, Menthol + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPeg-32~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Potassium hydroxide~1.6–2.4%
Lauric 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 acidButylene glycol~1.2–1.8%
- 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 glycolCocamidopropyl betaine~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlyceryl stearate~0.85–1.25%
- 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 stearateTorreya nucifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.35–0.85%
- 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 acidCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Orchid extract~0.3–0.75%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
- 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 extractDextrin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinCamellia japonica leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia japonica leaf extractDisodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Menthol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extractRosa centifolia flower extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.3%
Peg-100 stearate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateTheobroma cacao extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Peg-32, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Butylene glycol, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl stearate, Torreya nucifera seed oil, Salicylic acid, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Orchid extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Dextrin, Camellia japonica leaf extract, Disodium edta, Menthol, Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Sodium hydroxide, Peg-100 stearate, Theobroma cacao extract, Sodium benzoate, Parfum
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| Match | — | 97% | 96% | 94% |
| Price | — | $38.73 | $20.20 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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