Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“These pore refining cleansing cloths remove impurities, pollution and makeup while helping to resurface and clarify the 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, salicylic acid.
CleansingPolysorbate 20, Decyl glucosideCan be harsh
“These pore refining cleansing cloths remove impurities, pollution and makeup while helping to resurface and clarify the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Key Benefits Removes impurities, pollution and makeup while helping to resurface and clarify the skin.Helps reduce the appearance of pores.Aids in keeping overactive skin under control.Helps to calm redness.Soothes and cools.”
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Hamamelis virginiana water + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Polysorbate 20~5.2–6.3%
Propanediol~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycolic acid~3–3.7%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilSalicylic acid~1.2–1.5%
- 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 acidPanthenol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopherol~1.1–1.4%
- 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 TocopherolSalix nigra bark extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractHamamelis virginiana water~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilSodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSaccharomyces/zinc ferment~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/zinc fermentSaccharomyces/magnesium ferment~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/magnesium fermentSaccharomyces/copper ferment~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing
More about Saccharomyces/copper fermentLactobacillus ferment~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentCamphor~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Bisabolol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Sodium pca~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaDecyl glucoside~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlycerin~0.15–0.3%
- 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 GlycerinSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Benzoic acid~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Glycolic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Salicylic acid, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Salix nigra bark extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Lactobacillus ferment, Camphor, Potassium sorbate, Bisabolol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium pca, Decyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Glycerin, Sodium benzoate, Benzoic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta
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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.
| M-61Power Cleansing ClothsYOUR PRODUCT | Community Sixty-SixDetoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | NassifMD DermaceuticalsDetox Pads - Gentle: Complexion Perfecting Treatment Pads to Exfoliate, Even Skin Tone, Reduce Pores, Smooth & Protect | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 81% | 80% |
| Price | — | $15.82 | — | $46.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 2 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Magnesium Aspartate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 27 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 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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