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Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, TaurineWorks well
“The ultimate acne gel cleanser that helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts.”
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.
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 5 moreCan be harsh
“The ultimate acne gel cleanser that helps dissolve excess oil, purify pores, clear existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, cocamidopropyl dimethylamine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Urea, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Menthol, Limonene + 7 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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Salicylic acid1.5%
- 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 acidWater~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.5–8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineUrea~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaYeast amino acids~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trehalose~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseInositol~1.6–2%
Taurine~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineBetaine~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineMethyl gluceth-20~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Ppg-26-buteth-26~0.75–1.15%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilButylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 glycolCimicifuga racemosa root extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia oleifera leaf extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractSilver citrate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-150 distearate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateMenthol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Zea mays starch~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchHydrolyzed corn starch~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps improve the product texture
More about Hydrolyzed corn starchHydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a uniform product consistency
More about Hydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinateGlyceryl stearate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCocamidopropyl dimethylamine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can work as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating
More about Cocamidopropyl dimethylaminePolysorbate 80~0.3–0.6%
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Limonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus reticulata leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cymbopogon nardus oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.2%
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula hybrida oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Urea, Yeast amino acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Methyl gluceth-20, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Butylene glycol, Cimicifuga racemosa root extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Silver citrate, Peg-150 distearate, Menthol, Zea mays starch, Hydrolyzed corn starch, Hydrolyzed corn starch octenylsuccinate, Glyceryl stearate, Cocamidopropyl dimethylamine, Polysorbate 80, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Limonene, Citrus reticulata leaf oil, Cymbopogon nardus oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Parfum
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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.
| MuradClarifying Cleanser Larger SizeYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaOil-Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser | AtwaterSkin Armor Facial Cleansing Gel | BlissClear Genius Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 87% | 86% |
| Price | — | — | $28.00 | $12.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate | Niacinamide | Anhydroxylitol |
| 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 6Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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