Pai Skincare Skincare Kukui and Jojoba Bead Skin Brightening Exfoliator
Works for
CleansingHydrogenated castor oil, Sucrose laurateCleanses gently
“The luxurious gel transforms into a silky milk and its micro-sphere exfoliation system deflakes and removes dirt and excess oil, without damaging skin cells.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hydrogenated castor oil, sucrose laurate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The luxurious gel transforms into a silky milk and its micro-sphere exfoliation system deflakes and removes dirt and excess oil, without damaging skin cells.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Boswellia carterii oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilGlycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilAleurites moluccanus seed oil~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Aleurites moluccanus seed oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilHydrogenated castor oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilHydrogenated jojoba oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated jojoba oilSucrose laurate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Boswellia carterii oil~0.3–0.7%
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilTocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Hydrogenated castor oil, Hydrogenated jojoba oil, Sucrose laurate, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Boswellia carterii oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Tocopherol, Limonene
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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.
| Pai SkincareSkincare Kukui and Jojoba Bead Skin Brightening ExfoliatorYOUR PRODUCT | ThalgoFace Make-Up Removing Cleansing Gel-Oil | Glow Hub BeautyCALM & SOOTHE GEL TO OIL CLEANSER | Joko BlendHydrophilic Cleansing Oil-Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | $54.00 | $27.06−$26.94 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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