Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Anti Bump Foaming Gel is highly effective in minimising the appearance of ingrown hairs, calming and decongesting skin and preventing breakouts on the entire body and face.”
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.
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Lauryl betaine + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Use as a facial cleanser or body wash to naturally prevent and minimise ingrown hairs from waxing, shaving or depilatory creams.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Leptospermum petersonii oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinLauryl betaine~3.9–4.7%
Decyl glucoside~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSalicylic acid~1.6–1.9%
- 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 acidTriethanolamine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineSodium lauroyl glutamate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateCocamidopropyl betaine~1.8–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlyceryl laurate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilLeptospermum petersonii oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Leptospermum petersonii oilArnica montana flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractPanthenol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolBenzophenone-4~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Ppg-26-buteth-26~0.25–0.45%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCitral~0.15–0.25%
Tbhq~0.1–0.2%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Lauryl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Salicylic acid, Triethanolamine, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl laurate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Leptospermum petersonii oil, Arnica montana flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Panthenol, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Citral, Tbhq, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ci 15985
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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.
| LyconAnti Bump Foaming GelYOUR PRODUCT | VichyNormaderm Daily Deep Cleansing Gel Face Wash with Salicylic Acid | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 89% | 88% |
| Price | $39.99 | $18.00−$21.99 | — | $7.16−$32.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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