La Roche-Posay Vitamin C Brightening Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl glycinate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Vitamin C Brightening Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, coco-betaine, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium cocoyl glycinate) 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
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks 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: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water1.792%
Glycerin~23–35%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~8.1–12.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betainePropanediol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium cocoyl glycinate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinatePeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~2–2.9%
Sodium hydroxide~1.6–2.4%
Sodium chloride~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCeramide np~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npNiacinamide~0.6–1.4%
- 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 NiacinamidePeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilAscorbyl glucoside~0.4–0.9%
- 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 glucosideDisodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.75%
Capryloyl glycine~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePentylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAcrylates copolymer~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerTocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, Propanediol, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Ceramide np, Niacinamide, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Ascorbyl glucoside, Disodium edta, Hydroxyacetophenone, Capryloyl glycine, Caprylyl glycol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Pentylene glycol, Acrylates copolymer, Tocopherol, Parfum
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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.
| La Roche-PosayVitamin C Brightening Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | VichyNormaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing Cream | SVRTOPIALYSE Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | $26.99 | $7.16−$19.83 | $21.96−$5.03 | $14.57−$12.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Saccharide Isomerate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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