innisfree Vitamin C Brightening Mask-To-Foam Facial Cleanser
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CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Vitamin C Brightening Mask-To-Foam™ Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-20 alkyl glucoside, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, glycol distearate, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sorbeth-30 tetraoleate) 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.
ExfoliationGluconolactone ~0.15–0.55%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Brighten + even skin tone : Vitamin C brightens while Green Tea-Derived Enzyme gently exfoliates + refines skin texture ”
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus unshiu fruit water + 7 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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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinWater~11–16%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateOlea europaea fruit oil~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.7–4%
- 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 triglycerideSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateCetyl ethylhexanoate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateLauryl hydroxysultaine~1.6–2.3%
Lauric acid~1.1–1.7%
- 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 acidGlycol distearate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePolyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~0.55–1.25%
Polyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateSodium chloride~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideC14-22 alcohols~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus unshiu fruit water~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylene 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 glycolCitrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.75%
Polyquaternium-7~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideProtease~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.15–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.55%
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidCitric acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGluconolactone~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Propanediol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.55%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus aurantium peel oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pinene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalyl acetate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.05–0.2%
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Glycerin, Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Lauric acid, Glycol distearate, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Sodium chloride, C14-22 alcohols, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus unshiu fruit water, Butylene glycol, Citrus limon peel oil, Polyquaternium-7, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Protease, Ci 77492, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Citric acid, Gluconolactone, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Unknown, Limonene, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Pinene, Linalyl acetate, Linalool, Citral
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| innisfreeVitamin C Brightening Mask-To-Foam Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICReal Cica Micellar Cleansing Foam | ManyoOur Vegan Heartleaf Cica Cleansing Foam | MEDIHEALRose PDRN Derma Cream Pack Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 42% |
| Price | $16.00 | $14.59−$1.41 | — | $17.22+$1.22 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Potassium Cocoate | Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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