Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid ~1.7–2.6%Under-dosed
“Papaya enzymes clear congestion within the pores to prevent breakouts, smooth skin texture and refine the appearance of enlarged pores.”
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-blemishInulinNot delivered
“Papaya enzymes clear congestion within the pores to prevent breakouts, smooth skin texture and refine the appearance of enlarged pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-agingLactic acid ~1.7–2.6%Under-dosed
“The final method of exfoliation comes from lactic acid, a gentle AHA that minimises the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Sodium lactate + 6 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium lactate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–34%
- 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~12–18%
Cetearyl olivate~4–5.9%
Dimethyl sulfone~3.4–5.1%
Sorbitan olivate~2.3–3.4%
Lactic acid~1.7–2.6%
- 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 lactate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateCarica papaya fruit extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Maltodextrin~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCitrus limon fruit extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPassiflora quadrangularis fruit extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholParfum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlcohol denat.~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Xanthan gum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLepidium sativum sprout extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Inulin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideRibose~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Petasites japonicus root extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinDehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.55%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.55%
Sodium bisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGeraniol~0.05–0.25%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Ci 77491~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ingredient list view
Glycerin, Water, Cetearyl olivate, Dimethyl sulfone, Sorbitan olivate, Lactic acid, Sodium lactate, Carica papaya fruit extract, Maltodextrin, Citrus limon fruit extract, Passiflora quadrangularis fruit extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Benzyl alcohol, Parfum, Alcohol denat., Xanthan gum, Lepidium sativum sprout extract, Inulin, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Ribose, Petasites japonicus root extract, Lecithin, Dehydroacetic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium bisulfite, Phenoxyethanol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool, Ci 77491, Unknown
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
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| Irritancy | High | Low | High | 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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