JUICE TO CLEANSE Vinegar Kombucha Vegan Essence
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Lactobionic acid + 16 moreWorks well
“Gently removes dead skin cells while providing moisture with PHA extracted from lactose, also contains vinegar and apple.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
alanine, arginine.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lactobionic acid, niacinamide
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Lactobionic acid + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, lactobionic acid, niacinamide.
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 · Niacinamide, Lactobionic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. 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: capryloyl salicylic acid, lactobionic acid
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Lactobionic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acidWorks well
“Gently removes dead skin cells while providing moisture with PHA extracted from lactose, also contains vinegar and apple.”
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: capryloyl salicylic acid, lactobionic acid.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Lactobionic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: lactobionic acid, niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: alanine, capryloyl 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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Lactobionic acid, Adenosine + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (lactobionic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil + 5 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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Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentDipropylene glycol~6.2–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPropanediol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about Propanediol1,2-hexanediol~2.2–3.3%
Niacinamide~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideButylene glycol~1.9–2.8%
- 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 glycolSodium citrate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHydroxyacetophenone~1.3–1.9%
Water~1–1.5%
Glycereth-25 pca isostearate~0.6–1.4%
Lactobionic acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidCitric acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCarbomer~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.75%
Adenosine~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineTromethamine~0.2–0.75%
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractVinegar~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao seed extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Disodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilHyaluronic acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDextrin~0.15–0.5%
- 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 DextrinRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilBiosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Arginine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAlanine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineHistidine~0.1–0.45%
Leucine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methionine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tyrosine~0.1–0.45%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.35%
- 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 juiceBrassica oleracea capitata leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extractBrassica oleracea botrytis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera fruit juice~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus communis fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus communis fruit extractCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ectoin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Dipropylene glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol, Sodium citrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Water, Glycereth-25 pca isostearate, Lactobionic acid, Citric acid, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Vinegar, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Disodium edta, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Dextrin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Biosaccharide gum-1, Arginine, Alanine, Histidine, Leucine, Methionine, Tyrosine, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extract, Brassica oleracea botrytis extract, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Pyrus communis fruit extract, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Ectoin, Limonene, Linalool
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| JUICE TO CLEANSEVinegar Kombucha Vegan EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | Real BarrierIntense Moisture Toner Pad 100 Pads | Bliv:UCollagen Bouncing Toner 200ml | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner KR Edition | |
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| Match | — | 86% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | — | $17.52 | $6.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Hexapeptide-9 | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
"JUICE TO CLEANSE - Vinegar Kombucha Vegan Essence" is effective for: Exfoliation, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.40% - 3.60%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- This product contains acids (lactobionic acid 0.45% - 1.05%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). PHAs (lactobionic acid) especially are great for improving skin hydration. They might be even able to stimulate the production of skin's natural humectants and support the healthy skin microbiome.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.75%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (histidine 0.10% - 0.45%, alanine 0.10% - 0.45%, arginine 0.10% - 0.40%, biosaccharide gum-1 0.10% - 0.45%, sodium hyaluronate 0.10% - 0.45%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.45% and hyaluronic acid 0.15% - 0.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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