Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate se + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Formulated with Salicylic Acid, the exfoliator deeply cleanses and purifies the pores.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate se, laureth-7, stearic acid) 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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.35–0.8%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“With both chemical and physical exfoliating action from Salicylic Acid and Volcanic Rock grains, the scrub helps to remove dead skin cells, dirt and impurities to leave the skin feeling soft and smooth.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.35–0.8%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Fight blemishes with the NIP+FAB Salicylic Fix Facial Scrub .”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol + 1 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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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.3–8%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~3.7–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl stearate se~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate sePerlite~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of volcanic glass. Absorbs moisture and can temporarily mattify the skin
More about PerliteCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.7%
- 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 triglycerideStearic acid~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPropylene glycol~1–1.5%
- 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 glycolPolyacrylamide~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamidePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSalicylic acid~0.35–0.8%
- 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 acidC13-14 isoparaffin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinParfum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropanediol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Laureth-7~0.15–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.35%
Alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPolygonum bistorta root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties and is claimed by its manufacturer to be able to decrease lines and wrinkles but evidence is lacking
More about Polygonum bistorta root extractTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.05–0.2%
Nymphaea coerulea flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 17200~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate se, Perlite, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Stearic acid, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Propylene glycol, Polyacrylamide, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Salicylic acid, C13-14 isoparaffin, Parfum, Propanediol, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Laureth-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Alcohol, Polygonum bistorta root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Nymphaea coerulea flower extract, Ci 17200
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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.
| NIP+FABSalicylic Fix Facial ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | YEOUTHVitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night Cream | innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 85% | 83% |
| Price | $9.34 | $100.93+$91.59 | $41.90+$32.56 | $4.04−$5.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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