MZ Skin Cleanse & Clarify Dual Action AHA Cleanser & Mask
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanse & Clarify Dual Action AHA Cleanser & Mask”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside) 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
ExfoliationLactobionic acid, Papain + 1 moreWorks well
“Blend of AHAs and Papaya Fruit Enzyme to gently exfoliate”
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: lactobionic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Decyl glucoside~7.2–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerGlycerin~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 GlycerinPropanediol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydrolyzed yeast extract~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties
More about Hydrolyzed yeast extractLactobionic acid~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidLactic acid~1.4–1.7%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lactate~0.95–1.15%
- 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 lactatePhenoxyethanol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium azeloyl diglycinate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of azelaic acid. It is obtained by reacting the chloride of azelaic acid with two molecules of glycine (an amino acid) and potassium hydroxide. It is less studied than azelaic acid, but the available research suggests that it also can be effective in reducing skin redness, hyperpigmentation and blemishes. There are claims that it is more bio-available and more effective than azelaic acid, but no comparison study is available. Potassium azeloyl diglycinate is better soluble in water compared with azelaic acid. Because of this property, products with potassium azeloyl digclycinate can have a nicer texture
More about Potassium azeloyl diglycinateEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.45–0.65%
Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneParfum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulosePapain~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 PapainPolyglucuronic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Often used to support the moisturization effect of polysaccharides (contained, for example, in yeast extract)
More about Polyglucuronic acidMentha piperita oil~0.25–0.4%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerLecithin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAlgin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginWater~0.25–0.45%
Decyl glucoside~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerGlycerin~0.3–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydrolyzed yeast extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties
More about Hydrolyzed yeast extractLactobionic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidLactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lactate~0.25–0.45%
- 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 lactatePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium azeloyl diglycinate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of azelaic acid. It is obtained by reacting the chloride of azelaic acid with two molecules of glycine (an amino acid) and potassium hydroxide. It is less studied than azelaic acid, but the available research suggests that it also can be effective in reducing skin redness, hyperpigmentation and blemishes. There are claims that it is more bio-available and more effective than azelaic acid, but no comparison study is available. Potassium azeloyl diglycinate is better soluble in water compared with azelaic acid. Because of this property, products with potassium azeloyl digclycinate can have a nicer texture
More about Potassium azeloyl diglycinateEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 LimoneneParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulosePapain~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainPolyglucuronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Often used to support the moisturization effect of polysaccharides (contained, for example, in yeast extract)
More about Polyglucuronic acidMentha piperita oil~0.15–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerLecithin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAlgin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Glycerin, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed yeast extract, Lactobionic acid, Lactic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium azeloyl diglycinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus limon peel oil, Disodium edta, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Limonene, Parfum, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Papain, Polyglucuronic acid, Mentha piperita oil, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Lecithin, Algin, Water, Decyl glucoside, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Glycerin, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed yeast extract, Lactobionic acid, Lactic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium azeloyl diglycinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus limon peel oil, Disodium edta, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Limonene, Parfum, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Papain, Polyglucuronic acid, Mentha piperita oil, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Lecithin, Algin
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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.
| MZ SkinCleanse & Clarify Dual Action AHA Cleanser & MaskYOUR PRODUCT | DIBI MilanoWhite Science Cleansing Mousse | 111SKINNAC Y2 Restorative Cleansing Balm | SesdermaSensyses Liposomal Sebum Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 62% | 60% |
| Price | $80.00 | $52.00−$28.00 | $35.10−$44.90 | $14.04−$65.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
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