Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Retinyl palmitate + 1 moreWorks well
“Exfoliates to keep pores clean and clear.”
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Sodium pca + 7 moreWorks
“Protect and soothe inflamed skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium lactate.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-blemishRetinyl palmitate, Chitosan + 2 moreMay help
“Penetrate deep to control and prevent breakouts.”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains chitosan.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid, retinyl palmitate
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Chitosan + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - chitosan also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Retinyl palmitate, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: retinyl palmitate.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Retinyl palmitate, Glycolic acid + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: retinyl palmitate.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy21 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~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 sulfonatePolyethylene~4.4–5.4%
Glycerin~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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAcrylates copolymer~1.9–2.3%
- 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 copolymerPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~1.7–2.1%
Retinyl palmitate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitatePhoenix dactylifera seed~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateButylene glycol~0.7–1.05%
- 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 glycolCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.6–0.85%
- 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 extractTocopheryl acetate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium pca~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaProline~0.5–0.75%
Sodium lactate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSorbitol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolZinc gluconate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateAscorbic acid~0.35–0.65%
- 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 acidChitosan~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Inhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ChitosanPropyl gallate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateGlycolic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Hydrogen peroxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Menthol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.25%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 42090~0.1–0.15%
Ci 60730~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Polyethylene, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Acrylates copolymer, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Retinyl palmitate, Phoenix dactylifera seed, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Butylene glycol, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium pca, Proline, Sodium lactate, Sorbitol, Zinc gluconate, Ascorbic acid, Chitosan, Propyl gallate, Glycolic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Hydrogen peroxide, Menthol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Disodium edta, Chlorphenesin, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzyl salicylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Parfum, Ci 42090, Unknown, Ci 60730
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| MuradNettoyant pour le corps anti-acnéYOUR PRODUCT | NécessaireThe Body Exfoliator | e.l.f. Cosmeticse.f. SuperTone With Fruit Acid | Make BeautyACID PHASE AHA Exfoliating Liquid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 43% | 43% |
| Price | $59.00 | $35.00−$24.00 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | — | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | 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.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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