Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Steareth-21 + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanses away dirt, oil, grime, impurities, and bacteria”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, potassium cetyl phosphate, steareth-21, xanthan gum) 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.
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Our daily facial scrub for men gently exfoliates skin without over-drying.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, MentholMedium 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~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.6–8.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPpg-15 stearyl ether~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Ppg-15 stearyl etherCellulose~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseGlycolic acid~2–3.1%
- 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 acidGlycerin~1.8–2.7%
- 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 GlycerinSteareth-21~1.5–2.3%
Polysorbate 60~1.3–1.9%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateKaolin~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSodium hydroxide~0.45–1.05%
Xanthan gum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMicrocrystalline wax~0.15–0.65%
Menthol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Titanium dioxide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideUltramarines~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77510~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 73360~0.05–0.2%
Talc~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Cellulose, Glycolic acid, Glycerin, Steareth-21, Polysorbate 60, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Kaolin, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Microcrystalline wax, Menthol, Titanium dioxide, Ultramarines, Ci 77510, Ci 73360, Talc
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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.
| NeutrogenaMen Razor Defense Face ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | PrequelGLEANSER + GLYCOLIC | EucerinDermo PURIFYER Scrub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | $20.00 | $13.91 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Inulin | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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