L'Oréal Paris Glycolic Bright Glowing Daily Cleanser Foam With Glycolic Acid
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Palmitic acid + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Glycolic Bright Glowing Daily Cleanser Foam With Glycolic Acid”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid) 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.
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“L'Oréal Paris' Glycolic Bright Daily Cleanser Foam Gently exfoliates to remove makeup and impurities to reveal more luminous skin.”
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: glycolic acid.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acid, Lauric acid + 1 moreNot delivered
“The dense, creamy foam contains Glycolic Acid, a gentle chemical exfoliant used by dermatologists to penetrate deep into the pores, removing damaged skin and excess oil whilst promoting a brightened and renewed complexion.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.6–6.9%
- 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 GlycerinMyristic acid~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPalmitic acid~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPotassium hydroxide~1.7–2.5%
Lauric acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidGlyceryl distearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearate~1.1–1.6%
- 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 stearateParfum~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-14m~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.4–0.9%
Geraniol~0.35–0.85%
Glycolic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidPancratium maritimum extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Pancratium maritimum extractSalicylic acid~0.2–0.8%
- 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 acidPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAscorbyl glucoside~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glucosidePaeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.15–0.5%
Tetrasodium edta~0.1–0.5%
Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideTourmaline~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.05–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.25%
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 glycolBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Glyceryl distearate, Glyceryl stearate, Parfum, Peg-14m, Linalool, Geraniol, Glycolic acid, Pancratium maritimum extract, Salicylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Ascorbyl glucoside, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Tetrasodium edta, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Tourmaline, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Butylene glycol, Benzyl alcohol, Unknown
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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.
| L'Oréal ParisGlycolic Bright Glowing Daily Cleanser Foam With Glycolic AcidYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam Mousse Nettoyante Clarifiante | MedicubeKojic Acid Turmeric Toning Cleanser | PurifideBlackhead Control 2% SA Deep Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 96% | 88% | 83% |
| Price | $13.20 | $16.00+$2.80 | $17.53+$4.33 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Retinol | Linoleic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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