Kinship Naked Apple Oil-Free Blemish Control Gel Cleanser
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CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate + 8 moreCleanses gently
“Naked Apple Oil-Free Blemish Control Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, decyl glucoside, disodium 2-sulfolaurate, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate, sorbeth-230 tetraoleate, sorbitan laurate, sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer) 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: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreWorks well
“Naked Apple Oil-Free Blemish Control Gel Cleanser”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceWater~11–17%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.7–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineGlycerin~3.2–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinSodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate~2.7–4.1%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateLactic acid~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPyrus malus fruit extract~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractNiacinamide~1.1–1.6%
- 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 NiacinamideSorbeth-230 tetraoleate~0.9–1.4%
Disodium 2-sulfolaurate~0.85–1.25%
Lactobacillus ferment~0.45–1.1%
- 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 fermentDecyl glucoside~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideLauryl glucoside~0.5–1.15%
Musa sapientum fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractPyrus communis fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus communis fruit extractPrunus armeniaca kernel extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractOcimum basilicum flower/leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Canbe irritating
More about Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extractSodium gluconate~0.15–0.6%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseSodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate~0.2–0.75%
Sodium chloride~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Used as a cleansing agent
More about Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymerDecyl glucoside~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSorbitan laurate~0.2–0.75%
Sodium pca~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaOpuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium phosphate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphatePanthenol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolRiboflavin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Lactic acid, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Niacinamide, Sorbeth-230 tetraoleate, Disodium 2-sulfolaurate, Lactobacillus ferment, Decyl glucoside, Lauryl glucoside, Musa sapientum fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Pyrus communis fruit extract, Prunus armeniaca kernel extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extract, Sodium gluconate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Sodium chloride, Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, Decyl glucoside, Sorbitan laurate, Sodium pca, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Disodium phosphate, Panthenol, Riboflavin, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| KinshipNaked Apple Oil-Free Blemish Control Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | VERSODeep Cleanse Gel Nettoyant Moussant | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 70% | 68% |
| Price | — | — | $40.00 | $25.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 18 | 3 of 18 | 5 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Skinfix Acne+ 2% BHA CleanserNaturium Niacinamide Cleansing Gelée 3%
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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