Lancer Skincare The Method: Nourish Oily-Congested Skin
Works for
2 of 4 advertised claims delivered
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Vitis vinifera juice extractStrong evidence
“BHA: helps to exfoliate and decongest the skin's surface while Tea Tree Oil helps to improve the look of skin texture and pores.”
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.
MoisturizingSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 11 moreGood evidence
“Lightweight yet moisturizing, The Method: Nourish Oily-Congested Skin from Lancer Skincare reduces excess oil production while shrinking the appearance of large pores and lines.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Evens skin toneVitis vinifera juice extract, Salicylic acid + 1 moreLimited evidence
“Designed as the final step of The Lancer Method™ for Oily and Congested Skin, this daily moisturizer is enriched with BHA and sodium hyaluronate to improve skin tone and impart all-day hydration.”
This product might help improve the skin tone through exfoliation. In other words, it helps to speed up the shedding of cells from the upper layer of the skin, and this might help reduce hyperpigmentation.
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“Sodium Hyaluronate: provides long-lasting skin hydration, reducing the appearance of fine lines, and increasing moisture retention for a more youthful-looking complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acidStrong evidence
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~5.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateGlycerin~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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlyceryl stearate~2–2.5%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateStearic acid~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDimethicone~1.3–1.6%
- 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 DimethiconeCetyl phosphate~0.95–1.15%
Cetyl alcohol~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholVitis vinifera juice extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Contains AHAs that exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin due to the sugar content
More about Vitis vinifera juice extractTropaeolum majus extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Syringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMentha piperita oil~0.35–0.6%
Salicylic acid~0.35–0.6%
- 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 acidSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateSodium isostearate~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexyl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Propanediol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSclerotium gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumMaltodextrin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinAminomethyl propanol~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDecylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to creat a nice product texture and support penetration of other ingredients
More about Decylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Stearic acid, Dimethicone, Cetyl phosphate, Cetyl alcohol, Vitis vinifera juice extract, Tropaeolum majus extract, Syringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Salicylic acid, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Sodium isostearate, Ethylhexyl stearate, Disodium edta, Propanediol, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Maltodextrin, Aminomethyl propanol, Caprylyl glycol, Decylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Parfum, Limonene
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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.
| Lancer SkincareThe Method: Nourish Oily-Congested SkinYOUR PRODUCT | Touch Skin CareKeratosis Pilaris with 12% Glycolic Acid & 2% Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Lotion | Cetaphilgentle clear mattifying acne moisturizer | Kiehl'sExpertly Clear Acne Treating & Preventing Face & Body Moisturizer with Salicylic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 92% | 91% |
| Price | $126.64 | $22.95−$103.69 | $10.97−$115.67 | $75.36−$51.28 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Bisabolol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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