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£2.98
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Size: 100 ml
Pure Carbon 3 In 1 Face Wash
£2.98
In stock
Size: 100 ml
Pure Carbon 3 In 1 Face Wash
£5.99
Out of stock
Size: 100 ml
Pure Carbon 3-in-1 Daily Face Wash
£5.99
Out of stock
Size: 100 ml
Pure Carbon 3-in-1 Daily Face Wash

Can the product deliver on its promises?

See a mistake?
Promise
What does the product description say?
"Pure Carbon 3 In 1 Face Wash"
From product name
WIMJ summary for cleansing

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, decyl glucoside, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, xanthan gum) 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, decyl glucoside, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate

Ingredient Effectiveness Concentration Irritancy
HIGH
meets threshold
HIGH
meets threshold
HIGH
meets threshold
See a mistake?
Promise
What does the product description say?
"Salicylic acid exfoliates at surface-level, helping resist blemishes and absorb excess sebum oil."
Mankind
WIMJ summary for anti-blemish

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid

Ingredient Effectiveness Concentration Irritancy
HIGH
meets threshold
MEDIUM
meets threshold
LOW
meets threshold
See a mistake?
Promise
What does the product description say?
"Salicylic acid exfoliates at surface-level, helping resist blemishes and absorb excess sebum oil."
Mankind
WIMJ summary for exfoliation

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.

Ingredient Effectiveness Concentration Irritancy
HIGH
meets threshold
HIGH
does not meet threshold
LOW
does not meet threshold

How honest is this product?

Promise Can it deliver?
Cleansing
Exfoliation
Anti-blemish
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 91/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY
HIGH
Ingredient Irritancy Skin Benefit
zea mays starch
Has skin benefit
decyl glucoside
Has skin benefit
carrageenan
does not have skin benefit

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient Estimated concentration
Plain old water
40% - 60%
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
4.8% - 7.2%
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
3.4% - 5%
Used to thicken the product's consistency
2.4% - 3.7%
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
1.9% - 2.9%
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
1.5% - 2.3%
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
1.2% - 1.8%
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
1.1% - 1.7%
0.85% - 1.25%
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
0.45% - 1.1%
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
0.45% - 1%
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
0.35% - 0.8%
Used to adjust the product's pH
0.3% - 0.7%
A type of volcanic glass. Absorbs moisture and can temporarily mattify the skin
0.3% - 0.75%
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
0.5% - 1.2%
Stabilizes the product formulation
0.15% - 0.7%
Benefits for the skin are not clear
0.35% - 0.85%
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
0.15% - 0.55%
Used to create a thicker product consistency
0.15% - 0.5%
0.1% - 0.4%
0.1% - 0.45%
0.1% - 0.5%
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
0.1% - 0.45%
A preservative
0.1% - 0.4%
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)
0.1% - 0.4%
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
0.1% - 0.35%
An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated
0.1% - 0.3%
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
0.05% - 0.25%
A fragrance. Can be irritating
0.05% - 0.25%
A fragrance. Can be irritating
0.05% - 0.15%
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
0.01% - 0.1%
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