NEOSTRATA Enlighten Ultra Brightening Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDisodium lauroamphodiacetate, Sodium trideceth sulfate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Enlighten Ultra Brightening Cleanser”
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.
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.
ExfoliationAcetyl glucosamineNot delivered
“Patented Neo Glucosamine, a non-acid amino sugar, gently exfoliates dark spots and the surface cells that can cause skin to appear mottled and dull.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with acetyl glucosamine, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Achillea millefolium extract + 12 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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Water~40–60%
Disodium lauroamphodiacetate~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Disodium lauroamphodiacetateSodium trideceth sulfate~4.1–6.2%
Acetyl glucosamine~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineAcrylates copolymer~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 copolymerCocamidopropyl betaine~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePropylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlyceryl stearate~1.2–1.7%
- 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 stearatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~0.5–1.15%
Glycerin~0.35–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.7%
- 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 triglycerideCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractAchillea millefolium extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAlchemilla vulgaris extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractMalva sylvestris extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melissa officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractMentha piperita leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractPrimula veris extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Veronica officinalis extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.05–0.2%
Elettaria cardamomum seed extract~0.05–0.2%
Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.05–0.2%
Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eugenia caryophyllus flower extractGardenia taitensis flower extract~0.05–0.2%
Hedychium spicatum extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus abelmoschus extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract~0.01–0.1%
Plumeria rubra flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice smell to the product. Can be irritating
More about Plumeria rubra flower extractPolianthes tuberosa extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Prunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractHydroxyethylcellulose~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseGlycol distearate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateLaureth-4~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Ammonium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Bht~0.05–0.2%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.05–0.1%
Sodium sulfite~0.05–0.15%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 15985~0.05–0.15%
Ci 14700~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Disodium lauroamphodiacetate, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Acetyl glucosamine, Acrylates copolymer, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Propylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Malva sylvestris extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Primula veris extract, Veronica officinalis extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Elettaria cardamomum seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Hedychium spicatum extract, Hibiscus abelmoschus extract, Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract, Plumeria rubra flower extract, Polianthes tuberosa extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycol distearate, Laureth-4, Ammonium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Bht, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium sulfite, Chlorphenesin, Limonene, Ci 15985, Ci 14700
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| NEOSTRATAEnlighten Ultra Brightening CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | ELEMISDynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash | Perricone MDNo Makeup Easy Rinse Makeup-Removing Cleanser | CollistarDeep Cleansing Gel-Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | — | $45.51 | $21.42 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glucosamine: an ingredient with skin and other benefitsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Incorporation of D-(^H)glucosamine into normal and psoriatic epidermal glycoconjugatesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Reduction in the appearance of facial hyperpigmentation by topical N-acetyl glucosamineonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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