OXY Maximum Strength Soothing Cream Acne Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Maximum Strength Soothing Cream Acne Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, cetearyl alcohol, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, xanthan gum) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Maximum Strength Soothing Cream Acne Cleanser”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~45–55%
Cetearyl alcohol~6.7–8.2%
- 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 alcoholSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~3.9–4.7%
Capryl/capramidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
Xanthan gum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumButylene glycol~1.6–1.9%
- 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 glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Citric acid~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~0.75–1.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed soy protein~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinHydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to reduce inflammation in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acidPeg-8 dimethicone~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can help create nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-8 dimethiconePentylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPropanediol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolRhodomyrtus tomentosa fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium citrate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateIngredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, Xanthan gum, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Citric acid, Parfum, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid, Peg-8 dimethicone, Pentylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Rhodomyrtus tomentosa fruit extract, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate
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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.
| OXYMaximum Strength Soothing Cream Acne CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Barbara SturmSuper Anti-Aging Cleansing Cream | CetaphilHydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser | Formation.Squalane Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | $100.00 | $12.41 | $13.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 2
- 3Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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