Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
- Anti-blemish
- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Key actives
Works for
Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
CLENZIderm M.D. Acne Therapeutic System Acne Therapeutic System
Source: From product name
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
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)
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Salicylic acid penetrates deep into pores, removing impurities such as dead skin cells and excess oil.
Source: Dermstore
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: salicylic acid.
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)
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
This easy-to-use regimen cleanses skin, refines pores and keeps your complexion hydrated.
Source: Dermstore
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate.
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.
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps oil and water mix together
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Exfoliation | |
| Anti-blemish | |
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 91/100.
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Key Actives
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)
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
Potential irritants
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
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)
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
Comedogenic ingredients
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
All ingredients
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
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)
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
Helps create a nice product texture and uniform layer on the skin (when used in sunscreens, for example)
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
Ingredient list view
Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid, Butyl avocadate, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium edta, Ethoxydiglycol, Unknown, Ci 60730, Parfum, Menthol, Menthyl lactate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Water, Butyl avocadate, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium edta, Ethoxydiglycol, Unknown, Ci 60730, Parfum, Menthol, Menthyl lactate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Water, Unknown, Brassica campestris extract, Benzyl benzoate, Bht, Dicaprylyl ether, Dimethyl isosorbide, Disodium edta, 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Propylene glycol, Squalane, Water