Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Wash away excess oil & impurities without stripping skin’s natural moisture with our NEW Cleansing Blemish Balm daily exfoliating cleanser”
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 stearate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 11 moreCleanses gently
“Wash away excess oil & impurities without stripping skin’s natural moisture with our NEW Cleansing Blemish Balm daily exfoliating cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl olivate, coconut acid, decyl glucoside, glyceryl behenate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, polyglyceryl-2 stearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium stearate, sorbitan olivate) 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: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Zinc pca + 4 moreWorks well
“treat & heal blemishes with our all-over Acne Serum”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Retinyl acetate, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract + 4 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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Glyceryl hydrogenated rosinate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paraffinum liquidum~5.3–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumCellulose gum~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateStyrene/isoprene copolymer~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractRetinyl acetate~1.4–2.2%
Water~1.2–1.7%
Glycerin~1–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinSodium stearate~1.1–1.7%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateMyristic acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPropanediol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPalmitic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCellulose acetate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateStearic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl behenate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateHydrogenated jojoba oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated jojoba oilCopernicia cerifera wax~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxPolyglyceryl-2 stearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-2 stearateAlanine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineArginine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineCeramide ng~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide ngThreonine~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineNiacinamide~0.1–0.5%
- 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 NiacinamideHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidLysine hcl~0.1–0.45%
Glycine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineProline~0.15–0.5%
Serine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineGlutamic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidVitis vinifera seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
Citrus unshiu fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractLactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentBetaine~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDextrin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinPca~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaPolydextrose~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lactate~0.1–0.45%
- 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 lactateCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.5%
Sodium pca~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAmylopectin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateLauric acid~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acidCoconut acid~0.2–0.75%
Sodium isethionate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid0.5%
- 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 acidWater~0.1–0.5%
Propanediol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDimethicone~0.15–0.65%
- 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 DimethiconeNiacinamide~0.1–0.5%
- 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 NiacinamideIsopentyldiol~0.1–0.5%
Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateZinc pca~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pca3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractTrifolium pratense flower extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds
More about Trifolium pratense flower extractSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSaccharide isomerate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateGlycerin~0.15–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Potassium azeloyl diglycinate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of azelaic acid. It is obtained by reacting the chloride of azelaic acid with two molecules of glycine (an amino acid) and potassium hydroxide. It is less studied than azelaic acid, but the available research suggests that it also can be effective in reducing skin redness, hyperpigmentation and blemishes. There are claims that it is more bio-available and more effective than azelaic acid, but no comparison study is available. Potassium azeloyl diglycinate is better soluble in water compared with azelaic acid. Because of this property, products with potassium azeloyl digclycinate can have a nicer texture
More about Potassium azeloyl diglycinateCetearyl olivate~0.15–0.5%
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 glycolSorbitan olivate~0.1–0.5%
Polysilicone-11~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Decyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.6%
Maltodextrin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinEthoxydiglycol~0.1–0.45%
Totarol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula hybrida oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.5%
- 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 acetatePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Glyceryl hydrogenated rosinate, Paraffinum liquidum, Cellulose gum, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Styrene/isoprene copolymer, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Retinyl acetate, Water, Glycerin, Sodium stearate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Myristic acid, Propanediol, Palmitic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cellulose acetate, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Stearic acid, Glyceryl behenate, Hydrogenated jojoba oil, Copernicia cerifera wax, Polyglyceryl-2 stearate, Alanine, Arginine, Ceramide ng, Threonine, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Lysine hcl, Glycine, Proline, Serine, Glutamic acid, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Citrus unshiu fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Betaine, Dextrin, Pca, Polydextrose, Sodium lactate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Sodium pca, Amylopectin, Benzyl alcohol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Lauric acid, Coconut acid, Sodium isethionate, Salicylic acid, Water, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Isopentyldiol, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Zinc pca, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharide isomerate, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium azeloyl diglycinate, Cetearyl olivate, Butylene glycol, Sorbitan olivate, Polysilicone-11, Decyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Maltodextrin, Ethoxydiglycol, Totarol, Lavandula hybrida oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta, Potassium hydroxide
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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.
| Peace OutAcne ChampsYOUR PRODUCT | HanskinPore Cleansing Balm - BHA | Karin HerzogProfessional Cleansing Cream | ZarqaClear Skin Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | — | $11.00 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 42 | 3 of 42 | 1 of 42 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Petrolatum | Fructose |
| Irritancy | High | High | 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 47 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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