MOTHER MADE Charcoal + Clay Enzyme Powder Exfoliator
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A water-activated extoliating powder-to-foam cleanser that unclogs pores, and removes excessive sebum and makeup residue.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium palmitate) 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: sodium palmitate
ExfoliationPapain, Allantoin + 1 moreNot delivered
“Charcoal + Clay Enzyme Powder Exfoliator”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.1–0.15%Under-dosed
“Contains non-GMO corn starch grains to physically remove dead skin cells from skin surface and build-ups in clogged pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zea mays starch~44–54%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchSodium cocoyl isethionate~9.7–11.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium lauroyl glutamate~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateCharcoal powder~3.1–3.8%
Sodium palmitate~2.8–3.4%
Diglycerin~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinKaolin~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractOryza sativa bran extract~0.8–1.15%
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractOryza sativa extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractAloe ferox leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~0.4–0.65%
- 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 AllantoinSodium bicarbonate~0.5–0.75%
Mannitol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPapain~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainBetaine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineBromelain~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.15–0.25%
Salicylic acid~0.1–0.15%
- 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 acidButylene glycol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 glycolAscorbic acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acid1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Zea mays starch, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Charcoal powder, Sodium palmitate, Diglycerin, Kaolin, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Oryza sativa extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Aloe ferox leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Sodium bicarbonate, Mannitol, Papain, Betaine, Bromelain, Water, Salicylic acid, Butylene glycol, Ascorbic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| MOTHER MADECharcoal + Clay Enzyme Powder ExfoliatorYOUR PRODUCT | Real BarrierPorebium Powder Wash | CliniqueCity Block Purifying Enzyme Powder Cleanser + Exfoliator | Eau Thermale AveneCleanance Acne Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 82% | 76% |
| Price | — | — | — | $20.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Vitamin C | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 3Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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