Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Brand from South Korea MEDI-PEEL. Benefits This slightly alkaline cleanser helps remove dead skin cells, makeup residue and excess sebum in the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, glyceryl stearate se, glycol distearate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lauric acid, myristic 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-glucoside
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Capryloyl salicylic acid, GluconolactoneWorks 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: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy20 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPotassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Propylene glycol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolLauric acid~1.7–2%
- 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 acidGlycol distearate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateGlyceryl stearate se~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seCoco-glucoside~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideButylene glycol~0.65–1%
- 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 glycolLactobacillus ferment~0.55–0.85%
- 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 fermentLactococcus ferment~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bifida ferment filtrate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Collagen~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenSoluble collagen~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenCollagen amino acids~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
More about Collagen amino acidsHydrolyzed collagen~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenCollagen extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus communis fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus communis fruit extractHedera helix leaf/stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractFragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPanicum miliaceum seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-4~0.25–0.5%
Glycine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSerine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineGlutamic acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidAspartic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidLeucine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alanine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineLysine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineArginine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineTyrosine~0.25–0.5%
Phenylalanine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Valine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Threonine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineProline~0.3–0.55%
Isoleucine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineHistidine~0.25–0.5%
Methionine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cysteine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin and might be helpful against hyperpigmentation
More about CysteineGluconolactone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tannic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Lactose~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about LactoseCellulose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateJojoba esters~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitate1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Ci 73360~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Lauric acid, Glycol distearate, Glyceryl stearate se, Coco-glucoside, Butylene glycol, Lactobacillus ferment, Lactococcus ferment, Bifida ferment filtrate, Collagen, Soluble collagen, Collagen amino acids, Hydrolyzed collagen, Collagen extract, Pyrus communis fruit extract, Hedera helix leaf/stem extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Panicum miliaceum seed extract, Biosaccharide gum-4, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic acid, Aspartic acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Valine, Threonine, Proline, Isoleucine, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Gluconolactone, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Tannic acid, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Lactose, Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Tocopheryl acetate, Jojoba esters, Ascorbyl palmitate, 1,2-hexanediol, Potassium sorbate, Ci 73360
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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.
| MEDI-PEELRed Lacto Collagen ClearYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfoodGarden Bean Gentle Fresh Foam Cleanser | I'm fromRice Whip Facial Cleanser | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 36% |
| Price | $27.80 | $17.70−$10.10 | $10.47−$17.33 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 28 | 3 of 28 | 4 of 28 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Salicylic Acid | Myristyl Myristate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MEDI-PEEL - Red Lacto Collagen Clear" is effective for: Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (histidine 0.25% - 0.50%, arginine 0.25% - 0.50%, alanine 0.25% - 0.50%, aspartic acid 0.25% - 0.50%, glutamic acid 0.30% - 0.50%, glycine 0.25% - 0.50%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.45% - 0.65%, soluble collagen 0.45% - 0.70%, lactobacillus ferment 0.55% - 0.85% and glycerin 4.00% - 4.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 27.80$ 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 32 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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