K-SECRET SEOUL 1988 Cleansing Foam : Pine Cica 1% + Probiotics 150ml
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Palmitic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
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This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, sorbitan olivate, 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: coco-betaine
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Contains Salicylic Acid to help relieve skin troubles, care for dead skin cells, and blackheads and whiteheads.”
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-blemishSalicylic acid, Lauric acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Contains Salicylic Acid to help relieve skin troubles, care for dead skin cells, and 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Palmitic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCoco-betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineLauric acid~1.5–1.8%
- 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 acidGlyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
- 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 stearateSorbitan olivate~0.95–1.15%
Caprylyl glycol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.9%
Sodium chloride~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSalicylic acid~0.5–0.75%
- 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 acidButylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 glycolHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.7%
Bifida ferment lysate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateSynthetic beeswax~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Synthetic beeswaxDisodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Pinus densiflora leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractLactobacillus ferment~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentAsiatic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidAsiaticoside~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideMadecassic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidMadecassoside~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideBambusa vulgaris extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.1–0.15%
Thuja orientalis extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Coco-betaine, Lauric acid, Glyceryl stearate, Sorbitan olivate, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium chloride, Salicylic acid, Butylene glycol, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bifida ferment lysate, Synthetic beeswax, Disodium edta, Pinus densiflora leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Asiatic acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic acid, Madecassoside, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Thuja orientalis extract
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| K-SECRETSEOUL 1988 Cleansing Foam : Pine Cica 1% + Probiotics 150mlYOUR PRODUCT | Bring greenTea tree cleansing foam | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam | |
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| Match | — | 71% | 71% | 70% |
| Price | — | — | $38.73 | $10.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 17 | 8 of 17 | 8 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceramide Np | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | 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 26 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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