Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“The balm dot com when it comes to thwarting pesky breakouts, this daily exfoliating cleanser is designed with oily and problematic skin types in minds.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Lauric acid + 1 moreWorks well
“The balm dot com when it comes to thwarting pesky breakouts, this daily exfoliating cleanser is designed with oily and problematic skin types in minds.”
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.
CleansingSodium stearate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 8 moreCleanses gently
“Blemish Balm Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coconut acid, glyceryl behenate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, polyglyceryl-2 stearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium stearate, stearic acid) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Citrus unshiu fruit extractMedium 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%
Glycerin~4.3–5.2%
- 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~4.9–6%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateMyristic acid~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPropanediol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPalmitic acid~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–1.8%
- 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~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateStearic acid~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl behenate~0.6–0.9%
- 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~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated jojoba oilCopernicia cerifera wax~0.6–0.9%
- 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~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-2 stearateAlanine~0.4–0.65%
- 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~0.4–0.6%
- 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~0.4–0.6%
- 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~0.3–0.6%
- 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 ThreonineSalicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acidNiacinamide~0.3–0.55%
- 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~0.25–0.5%
- 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~0.25–0.5%
Glycine~0.25–0.5%
- 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~0.3–0.5%
Serine~0.25–0.5%
- 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 SerineGlutamic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidVitis vinifera seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
Citrus unshiu fruit extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.25–0.45%
- 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~0.25–0.5%
- 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~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDextrin~0.25–0.45%
- 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~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaPolydextrose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lactate~0.2–0.4%
- 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~0.2–0.4%
Sodium pca~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAmylopectin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateLauric acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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~0.2–0.4%
Sodium isethionate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
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, Salicylic acid, 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
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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.
| Peace OutBlemish Balm Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeAcne Control Cleanser | Kiehl'sAcne Treating & Cleansing Face Wash with Salicylic Acid | OlayHydrating Facial Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid, for Normal Skin, Fragrance-Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 77% | 77% |
| Price | — | $12.76 | $29.00 | $7.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 31 | 4 of 31 | 4 of 31 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Ceramide Np | Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 |
| 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 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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