Works for
CleansingC18-36 acid glycol ester, Glyceryl behenate + 1 moreCan be harsh
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract + 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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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCocos nucifera oil~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilPalmitoyl tripeptide-1~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Sodium hyaluronate~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~1.8–2.7%
- 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 AllantoinTocopherol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSambucus nigra flower extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra flower extractPrunus serrulata flower extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia officinalis flower extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractJasminum officinale flower extract~0.35–0.85%
Citrus aurantium amara flower extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance for its citrus smell. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower extractTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateSesamum indicum seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilOryza sativa bran oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.15–0.65%
Cucurbita pepo seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cucurbita pepo seed oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilGlycine soja oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilC12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilSorbitan laurate~0.1–0.4%
C18-36 acid triglyceride~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C18-36 acid glycol ester~0.15–0.55%
Glyceryl behenate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateIngredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Sambucus nigra flower extract, Prunus serrulata flower extract, Paeonia officinalis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Oryza sativa bran oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Glycine soja oil, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Sorbitan laurate, C18-36 acid triglyceride, C18-36 acid glycol ester, Glyceryl behenate
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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.
| NakerySkinfusion Power Blend Elixir SerumYOUR PRODUCT | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | e.l.f. Cosmeticse.l.f. Nourishing Facial Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 28% | 26% |
| Price | — | $9.99 | $15.63 | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 17 | 1 of 17 | 2 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| 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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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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