Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Its dose of soothing Niacinamide delivers a calming effect while Salicylic Acid and Tea Tree Oil work in synergy to help prevent future breakouts.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients 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: mandelic acid
CleansingDisodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, Polysorbate 20 + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Experience a purifying cleanse with Medik8 Clarifying Foam, a gentle cleanser that effectively lifts away oil, makeup and impurities to leave problem skin feeling pure and decongested.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl alcohol, decyl glucoside, disodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, polysorbate 20) 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: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationMandelic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Specially formulated for blemish-prone complexions, the antibacterial foaming face wash combines gentle cleansing actives with AHAs and BHAs to perform a deep, exfoliating cleanse without causing dryness and irritation.”
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: mandelic acid, salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Disodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate~8.6–12.9%
Niacinamide~4–5.9%
- 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 NiacinamidePolysorbate 20~2.5–3.8%
Decyl glucoside~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideMandelic acid~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps shed the upper layer of dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing smoother, brighter skin. It can help to reduce hyperpigmentation. It has anti-bacterial properties, and might help to reduce blemishes, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. It is considered to be gentler than glycolic acid
More about Mandelic acidTocopherol~1.1–1.6%
- 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 TocopherolSalicylic acid~0.4–1%
- 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 acidMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.8%
Chlorhexidine digluconate~0.15–0.3%
Decyl alcohol~0.15–0.65%
Glucose~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Disodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, Niacinamide, Polysorbate 20, Decyl glucoside, Mandelic acid, Tocopherol, Salicylic acid, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorhexidine digluconate, Decyl alcohol, Glucose, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| Medik8Clarifying FoamYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Community Sixty-SixDetoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 85% | 83% |
| Price | $29.00 | $7.80−$21.20 | $15.82−$13.18 | $12.39−$16.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide As | Glycolic Acid | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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