NATURE REPUBLIC Vitapair C Jelly Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingSucrose palmitate, Sodium surfactin + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Vitapair C Jelly Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium surfactin, sucrose laurate, sucrose myristate, sucrose palmitate, sucrose stearate) 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 3 moreWorks well
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl 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: capryloyl salicylic acid, salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlycerin~4.6–6.9%
- 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 GlycerinIsopropyl palmitate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitatePolyglyceryl-10 myristate~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~2.7–4.1%
Ethylhexyl pelargonate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose palmitate~1.7–2.5%
Elaeis guineensis oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilCitrus limon fruit extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCentella asiatica extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSodium surfactin~0.5–1.15%
Sucrose stearate~0.45–1%
Sucrose laurate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateSucrose myristate~0.4–1%
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateAscorbic acid~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acidNiacinamide~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSalicylic acid~0.15–0.55%
- 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 acidCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Parfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPentylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin, Isopropyl palmitate, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Water, Ethylhexyl pelargonate, Sucrose palmitate, Elaeis guineensis oil, Citrus limon fruit extract, Centella asiatica extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium surfactin, Sucrose stearate, Sucrose laurate, Sucrose myristate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Ascorbic acid, Niacinamide, Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Pentylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| NATURE REPUBLICVitapair C Jelly Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayEffaclar Duo + Purifying Foaming Gel Free | Kiehl'sAcne Treating & Cleansing Face Wash with Salicylic Acid | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 73% | 73% | 73% |
| Price | — | $33.61 | $29.00 | $7.23 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Ceramide Np | Squalane |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| 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 27 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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