Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“This foaming cleanser, with gentle exfoliating acids, effectively lifts impurities, oil and makeup from the skin's surface to reveal a fresh and bright complexion.”
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.
CleansingPolysorbate 20, Sodium c12-18 alkyl sulfate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Foaming Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cocamidopropyl betaine, peg-60 almond glycerides, polysorbate 20, sodium c12-18 alkyl sulfate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreWorks well
“The air-whipped formula self-foams upon application to effectively remove makeup, excess oils and daily grime, with Salicylic Acid and Phytic Acid delivering a gentle exfoliating action to slough away dead skin cells and unclog pores.”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Hamamelis virginiana water + 3 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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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.7–7%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 20~4–4.8%
Sodium c12-18 alkyl sulfate~3.4–4.1%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~1.8–2.2%
- 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 sulfonateEthoxydiglycol~1.4–1.7%
Linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeBetaine~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycerin~0.6–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium pca~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium sulfate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfatePoly(c20-28 olefin)~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidHamamelis virginiana water~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterSalicylic acid~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acidDisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSorbitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolSerine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineAlginic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.45%
- 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 juiceGlycine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycinePeg-60 almond glycerides~0.3–0.5%
Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlutamic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidAlanine~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AlanineLysine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineArginine~0.25–0.45%
- 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 ArginineThreonine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreoninePlankton extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractProline~0.25–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 CarbomerNordihydroguaiaretic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the formula of product formulation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Nordihydroguaiaretic acidOleanolic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful against blemishes, work as an anti-oxidant, reduce inflammation and improve skin's ability to hold on to moisture, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness when applied topically to human skin
More about Oleanolic acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Dmdm hydantoin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinDehydroacetic acid~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholButylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium c12-18 alkyl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Ethoxydiglycol, Linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Dimethicone, Betaine, Glycerin, Parfum, Sodium pca, Sodium sulfate, Poly(c20-28 olefin), Phytic acid, Hamamelis virginiana water, Salicylic acid, Disodium edta, Sodium chloride, Sorbitol, Serine, Alginic acid, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycine, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Caprylyl glycol, Glutamic acid, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Threonine, Plankton extract, Proline, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Nordihydroguaiaretic acid, Oleanolic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Dmdm hydantoin, Dehydroacetic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin, Sodium metabisulfite, Propylparaben, Benzyl alcohol, Butylphenyl methylpropional
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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.
| Kerstin FlorianFoaming Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | xx | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Dr. Bailey Skin CareFoaming AHA/BHA Acne Treatment Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | $48.00 | $16.04−$31.96 | $7.82−$40.18 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 21 | 4 of 21 | 4 of 21 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Niacinamide | Glycolic 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 26 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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