Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoamphodiacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
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This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hydrogenated lecithin, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sorbeth-30 tetraoleate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationHydroxyethyl urea, Capryloyl salicylic acidWorks well
“Made with LHA to provide gentle exfoliation to clear pores and smooth rough patches.”
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, hydroxyethyl urea.
Anti-blemishCapryloyl salicylic acid, NiacinamideNot delivered
“Made with LHA to provide gentle exfoliation to clear pores and smooth rough patches.”
This product contains ingredients (capryloyl salicylic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Mentha arvensis leaf oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~8.3–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~2.8–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateCocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium chloride~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAcrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acid1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%
Caprylyl glycol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPotassium cocoyl glycinate~0.65–1%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.55–0.8%
Dipropylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolC12-13 alketh-9~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethyl urea~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaDisodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCyanocobalamin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminHydrolyzed collagen~0.3–0.6%
- 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 collagenPanthenol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium dna~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolMentha arvensis leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCeramide np~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilHydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCeramide as~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide asCeramide ns~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide nsCeramide eop~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide ap~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateIngredient list view
Water, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer, Citric acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dipropylene glycol, C12-13 alketh-9, Hydroxyethyl urea, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Cyanocobalamin, Hydrolyzed collagen, Panthenol, Sodium dna, Niacinamide, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Tocopherol, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ceramide np, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide as, Ceramide ns, Ceramide eop, Ceramide ap, Sodium hyaluronate
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| Match | — | 79% | 79% | 75% |
| Price | — | $10.27 | $43.37 | $33.41 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 21 | 4 of 21 | 2 of 21 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Azelaic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
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