Works for
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Obagi Nu-Derm Exfoderm is a lightweight lotion that exfoliates and removes old, dull skin while revealing fresh skin for a brighter, more radiant complexion for normal to dry skin types.”
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol + 6 moreWorks
“lightweight lotion”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Ethoxydiglycol~5.6–8.3%
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 GlycerinPhytic acid~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidCetearyl alcohol~2.1–3.2%
- 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 alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.8–2.7%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCanola oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilIsohexadecane~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.9–1.35%
- 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 silicatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSodium hydroxide~0.45–1%
Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Cetyl alcohol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholDimethicone~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeXanthan gum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGlycereth-7~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~0.1–0.5%
Steareth-20~0.15–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.3%
- 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 acetatePeg-150 distearate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateSaponins~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Phytic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Canola oil, Isohexadecane, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Glycereth-7, Polysorbate 60, Steareth-20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Peg-150 distearate, Saponins
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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.
| ObagiEXFODERMYOUR PRODUCT | YourGoodSkinEnergizing Facial Scrub | CliniqueLiquid Facial Soap Tube | Le LaboFace Lotion Basil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 29% | 27% |
| Price | $105.00 | — | — | $46.90−$58.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Urea | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Canola Oilsciencedirect.com
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