Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Lauric acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Richly lathering cleansing foam for acne-prone skin with a refreshing, cooling sensation after rinsing.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, glycol distearate, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, palmitic acid, 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.
ExfoliationSalix alba bark extractNot delivered
“• Gently exfoliates dead skin cells and helps with excess sebum.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Menthol + 3 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~4.2–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinMyristic acid~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~2.7–4.1%
- 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 acidPotassium hydroxide~2–3%
Stearic acid~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauryl hydroxysultaine~1.6–2.5%
Glyceryl stearate~1.2–1.8%
- 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 stearateGlycol distearate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePalmitic acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTorreya nucifera seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.35–0.8%
- 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 crosspolymerSalix alba bark extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractMenthol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Limonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Dextrin~0.05–0.25%
- 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 DextrinTheobroma cacao extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Glyceryl stearate, Glycol distearate, Palmitic acid, Torreya nucifera seed oil, Parfum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Salix alba bark extract, Menthol, Limonene, Disodium edta, Linalool, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract
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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.
| innisfreeClarifying facial foamYOUR PRODUCT | Etude HouseWonder Pore Deep Foaming Cleanser | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam | I'm SORRY For MY SKINRelaxing Cica Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% | 49% |
| Price | — | — | $10.50 | $13.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract | Salicylic Acid | Oleic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"innisfree - Clarifying facial foam" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.20% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 12.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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