Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Pore Perfecting Scrub Cleanser Berry Burst”
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.
CleansingSodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium myristoyl sarcosinate + 9 moreCan be harsh
“Pore Perfecting Scrub Cleanser Berry Burst”
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.
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Pore Perfecting Scrub Cleanser Berry Burst”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone + 2 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~45–55%
Sodium lauroamphoacetate~9.7–11.9%
Hydrated silica~4.5–5.5%
Glycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinSorbitol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~2–2.5%
Sodium myristoyl sarcosinate~2.2–2.7%
Acrylates copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerSodium trideceth sulfate~1.5–1.8%
Tocopheryl acetate~1–1.2%
- 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 acetateNiacinamide~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePanthenol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAscorbic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidSalicylic acid~0.5–0.75%
- 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 acidRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractFragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Serica extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zea mays silk extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.4–0.6%
Peg-100~0.4–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPropylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 glycolPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateGlycol distearate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateLaureth-10~0.3–0.6%
Trideceth-3~0.3–0.6%
Cocamide mea~0.3–0.6%
Magnesium nitrate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Tetrasodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Sodium sulfate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateSodium chloride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMagnesium chloride~0.3–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium laureth sulfate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateLauric acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPolyquaternium-10~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%
Ci 17200~0.1–0.15%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Hydrated silica, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, Acrylates copolymer, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Tocopheryl acetate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Ascorbic acid, Salicylic acid, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Serica extract, Zea mays silk extract, Bht, Peg-100, Butylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Glycol distearate, Laureth-10, Trideceth-3, Cocamide mea, Magnesium nitrate, Disodium edta, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium sulfate, Sodium chloride, Magnesium chloride, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Sodium laureth sulfate, Lauric acid, Polyquaternium-10, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Ci 17200, Ci 19140
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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.
| OlayPore Perfecting Scrub Cleanser Berry BurstYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | Kmart2 in 1 Deep Gel Cleanser and Makeup Eraser - Salicylic Acid & Vitamin B3 | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 63% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | — | — | — | $7.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 18 | 5 of 18 | 4 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Glycosyl Trehalose | Ceramide As |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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