Works for
CleansingDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Diminish the appearance of blemishes while cleansing your face with this low-pH gel cleanser.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, hexylene glycol, hydrogenated coconut acid, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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-betaine
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Diminish the appearance of blemishes while cleansing your face with this low-pH gel cleanser.”
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.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acid, AllantoinWorks 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~9.6–11.7%
Dipropylene glycol~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateSodium cocoyl isethionate~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateCoco-betaine~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineAcrylates copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerSodium chloride~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideArginine~0.95–1.15%
- 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 ArginineHydrogenated coconut acid~0.75–1.1%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.6–0.9%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–0.8%
- 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 crosspolymerSodium isethionate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.45–0.65%
- 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 acid1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.65%
Butylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%
Hexylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolArtemisia vulgaris oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMelaleuca alternifolia leaf water~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glucose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractCopper tripeptide-1~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Glycine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineGlutamic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidSerine~0.2–0.35%
- 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 SerineAlanine~0.15–0.3%
- 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 AlanineSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractHexapeptide-61 dimer~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oligopeptide-191~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lupeol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Coco-betaine, Acrylates copolymer, Sodium chloride, Arginine, Hydrogenated coconut acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium isethionate, Salicylic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Artemisia vulgaris oil, Allantoin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Glucose, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Copper tripeptide-1, Glycine, Glutamic acid, Serine, Alanine, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Hexapeptide-61 dimer, Oligopeptide-191, Lupeol
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| Match | — | 74% | 74% | 74% |
| Price | $14.91 | $18.90+$3.99 | $4.99−$9.92 | $7.23−$7.68 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 3 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Coconut Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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