Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Mandelic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Exfoliating Face Wash”
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: glycolic acid, mandelic acid.
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Exfoliating Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) 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, decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Citrus grandis fruit extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~8.9–10.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateUndaria pinnatifida extract~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractCocamidopropyl betaine~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSilica~2.7–3.3%
Decyl glucoside~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateMaris aqua~1.1–1.4%
Propylene glycol~0.95–1.15%
- 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 glycolSodium chloride~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideJojoba esters~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersSodium hydroxide~0.7–1.05%
Parfum~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPrunus persica fruit extract~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Prunus persica fruit extractPassiflora incarnata fruit extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mangifera indica fruit extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin
More about Mangifera indica fruit extractRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractPsidium guajava fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Psidium guajava fruit extractFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractCitrus grandis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycolic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidMagnesium nitrate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.35–0.6%
Lactic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid
More about Plukenetia volubilis seed oilCi 77007~0.3–0.55%
Mandelic acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acidFucus vesiculosus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMagnesium chloride~0.15–0.3%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Silica, Decyl glucoside, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Maris aqua, Propylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Jojoba esters, Sodium hydroxide, Parfum, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract, Passiflora incarnata fruit extract, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Psidium guajava fruit extract, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Citric acid, Glycolic acid, Magnesium nitrate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Lactic acid, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Ci 77007, Mandelic acid, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| MistralExfoliating Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | Wish FormulaC200 Bubble Peeling Pad 1pc | COSRXThe AHA BHA PHA LHA 35 Peel | Dope Skin CoAHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 48% | 48% |
| Price | — | $8.20 | $10.46 | $33.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 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
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