NINE LESS A-Control Heartleaf & BHA Foam Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPotassium stearate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A-Control Heartleaf & BHA Foam Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, lauramide dea, potassium 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica extractNot delivered
“, Gentle Exfoliation Salicylic Acid helps to prevent breakouts and improve skin texture without irritation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“, Gentle Exfoliation Salicylic Acid helps to prevent breakouts and improve skin texture without irritation.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Houttuynia cordata extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.6–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinWater~4.5–6.8%
Elaeis guineensis extract~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium stearate~2.7–4%
Glucose~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCocamidopropyl betaine~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineOlea europaea fruit oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oil1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Dipropylene glycol~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolLauramide dea~0.5–1.1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSalix alba extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cladosiphon okamuranus extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.8%
- 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 extractCamellia sinensis extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractEdta~0.1–0.4%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilPinus densiflora extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Unknown, Houttuynia cordata extract, Glycerin, Water, Elaeis guineensis extract, Potassium stearate, Glucose, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Olea europaea fruit oil, Unknown, 1,2-hexanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Lauramide dea, Caprylyl glycol, Salix alba extract, Unknown, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Unknown, Centella asiatica extract, Unknown, Camellia sinensis extract, Edta, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pinus densiflora extract, Unknown
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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.
| NINE LESSA-Control Heartleaf & BHA Foam CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | FOREOMicro-Foam Cleanser | NeutrogenaUltra Gentle Daily Cleanser Foaming Formula | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | — | $10.16 | $8.97 | $25.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Pullulan | Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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