Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Lauryl betaineCleanses gently
“This mild cleanser gently yet effectively removes all traces of makeup and impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauryl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica extract, Salix alba bark extractNot delivered
“This gentle cleanser is formulated with centella asiatica and bean fermented extracts to soothe sensitive skin and provide blemish care.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Illicium verum fruit extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~9.7–11.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateGlycerin~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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.2–3.9%
- 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 glycolMethyl perfluoroisobutyl ether~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl perfluorobutyl ether~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates copolymer~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerLauryl betaine~1.5–1.8%
Triticum vulgare sprout extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Illicium verum fruit extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractInonotus obliquus extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ginkgo biloba nut extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractMorus alba fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ficus carica fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractAsiaticoside~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidMadecassic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidSalix alba bark extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
Origanum vulgare leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
More about Origanum vulgare leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractCinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.35–0.65%
Portulaca oleracea extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractCopper tripeptide-1~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Hexapeptide-9~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-9Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12Acetyl octapeptide-3~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl octapeptide-3Sodium sulfate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateHexadecene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetradecene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Methyl perfluoroisobutyl ether, Methyl perfluorobutyl ether, Acrylates copolymer, Lauryl betaine, Triticum vulgare sprout extract, Illicium verum fruit extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Inonotus obliquus extract, Ginkgo biloba nut extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Morus alba fruit extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Salix alba bark extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Copper tripeptide-1, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Hexapeptide-9, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Acetyl octapeptide-3, Sodium sulfate, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Sodium chloride, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
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| MEDI-PEELAlgo-Tox Deep ClearYOUR PRODUCT | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | MAXCLINICCica Biome Oil Foam | |
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| Match | — | 40% | 38% | 34% |
| Price | $17.37 | $22.00+$4.63 | $4.09−$13.28 | $9.70−$7.67 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
"MEDI-PEEL - Algo-Tox Deep Clear" is effective for: Moisturizing and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (acetyl octapeptide-3 0.25% - 0.50%, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 0.30% - 0.50%, hexapeptide-9 0.25% - 0.50%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.30% - 0.55% and copper tripeptide-1 0.30% - 0.55%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassic acid 0.40% - 0.60%, asiatic acid 0.45% - 0.65% and asiaticoside 0.45% - 0.65% The Centella Asiatica Actives help strengthen and restore the skin barrier, decrease inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals. They also can help to reduce scarring. The good news is that these actives work even in low concentrations.
- Humectants (acetyl octapeptide-3 0.25% - 0.50%, hexapeptide-9 0.25% - 0.50%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.30% - 0.55% and glycerin 4.20% - 5.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 21.90$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Allergic contact dermatitis from gardenia fruitpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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