KOA LIFE Peptide Brightening Cleanser — Clear Skin in 30 Days
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Your daily glow-boosting facial cleanser that purifies, cleanses, and brightens while helping to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate) 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
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, AllantoinWorks 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus nobilis peel oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateCocamidopropyl betaine~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium methyl oleoyl taurate~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium methyl oleoyl taurateGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 cocoyl isethionate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionatePropanediol~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAscorbyl glucoside~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideNiacinamide~1.1–1.3%
- 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 NiacinamidePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoatePolyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.45–0.7%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylatePolyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Allantoin~0.3–0.5%
- 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 AllantoinAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.25–0.5%
- 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 juice powderHydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Butylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.25%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPentylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- 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 extractPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Propanediol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Potassium sorbate, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, Sodium benzoate, Allantoin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Disodium edta, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, 1,2-hexanediol, Butylene glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Pentylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
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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.
| KOA LIFEPeptide Brightening Cleanser — Clear Skin in 30 DaysYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 71% | 71% | 70% |
| Price | — | $7.82 | $25.46 | $7.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 16 | 4 of 16 | 4 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Lactic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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