Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Hexylene glycol + 8 moreCleanses gently
“A deep cleaning, pre-shave cleanser and scrub in one.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteth-2, cetyl alcohol, coconut acid, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, glyceryl stearate, hexylene glycol, polysorbate 60, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sorbitan isostearate, stearyl alcohol) 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: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationPolylactic acid, AllantoinNot delivered
“Face Buff Energising Scrub”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with polylactic acid, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishAllantoin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceNot delivered
“This scrub clears the way for an easier, closer shave by smoothing the surface of the skin and clearing congested pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Menthyl lactate, Mentha piperita oil + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glyceryl stearate~4.8–5.9%
- 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 stearateHexylene glycol~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPolylactic acid~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
More about Polylactic acidCetyl alcohol~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCeteth-2~1.9–2.3%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateMenthyl lactate~1.2–1.4%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1–1.2%
- 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 triglycerideAllantoin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMentha piperita oil~0.55–0.8%
Glycerin~0.55–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractSqualane~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneBambusa arundinacea stem powder~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
More about Bambusa arundinacea stem powderHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateAscorbic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolysorbate 60~0.25–0.5%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium glycolate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coconut acid~0.35–0.65%
Hexadecene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetradecene~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
More about Myristyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholSorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideSodium sulfate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateQuartz~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalHydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Coumarin~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glyceryl stearate, Hexylene glycol, Polylactic acid, Cetyl alcohol, Ceteth-2, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Menthyl lactate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Allantoin, Mentha piperita oil, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Squalane, Bambusa arundinacea stem powder, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Ascorbic acid, Parfum, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium glycolate, Coconut acid, Unknown, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Myristyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Sorbitan isostearate, Titanium dioxide, Sodium sulfate, Quartz, Sodium benzoate, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Coumarin, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool
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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.
| Jack BlackFace Buff Energising ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Perricone MDCold Plasma Plus+ Daily Detox Clay Cleanser | NassifMD DermaceuticalsSkin Perfecting Dual Action Face & Body Scrub with 10% Glycolic Acid | CeraVeCream to Foam Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | $30.00 | $29.00−$1.00 | — | $12.68−$17.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Glycolic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| 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 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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