Melyon Milk Cleanser - Salicylic Acid, Ginger Root Extract
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Sodium cetearyl sulfateCleanses gently
“Milk Cleanser - Salicylic Acid, Ginger Root Extract”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, sodium cetearyl sulfate) 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.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks 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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Zingiber officinale root extract, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexyl palmitate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetearyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPropanediol~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolOlus oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilSalicylic acid~1.1–1.6%
- 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 acidC10-18 triglycerides~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesAdansonia digitata seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractCurcuma longa root powder~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium cetearyl sulfate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cetearyl sulfateParfum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.7%
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.5%
Benzoic acid~0.1–0.5%
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Eugenol~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Disodium phosphate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphatePotassium phosphate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetearyl alcohol, Propanediol, Olus oil, Salicylic acid, C10-18 triglycerides, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Curcuma longa root powder, Sodium cetearyl sulfate, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil, Eugenol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Disodium phosphate, Potassium phosphate
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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.
| MelyonMilk Cleanser - Salicylic Acid, Ginger Root ExtractYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | AlmayClear Complexion Makeup Remover | GarnierNatural Aloe Extract Cleansing Milk for Normal Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | — | $102.38 | $5.62 | $2.33 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Urea | Carbomer |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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