
“Thoroughly cleanses, reduces excess oil, unclogs pores.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, ceteareth-20, ceteareth-30, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, decyl glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl stearate, hydrogenated palm glycerides, laureth-7, methyl glucose sesquistearate, peg-100 stearate, peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl isethionate, 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: decyl glucoside
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: retinol, salicylic acid.


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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 GlycerinHelps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about Sd alcohol 40-bOne 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 GlycerinHelps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpA 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 DimethiconeAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about CitrullineAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAn 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 acidUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideUsed to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolUsed 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 acidCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about Sd alcohol 40-bOne 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 GlycerinHelps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherIs 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 NiacinamideAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about CitrullineAn 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 ArginineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA 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 acetateTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearateHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolOne 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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAn emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinA 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 npA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePure 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 TocopherolHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideOne 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 GlycerinAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateUsed to thicken the product's consistency
More about Aluminum starch octenylsuccinateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherHelp soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm kernel glyceridesAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilCBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololSoftens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractAn emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesA type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsPure 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 TocopherolA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHelps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking
More about Lens esculenta fruit extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaGlycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Silica cetyl silylate, Sucrose, Squalane, Polyacrylamide, Water, Caprylyl glycol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Sd alcohol 40-b, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl lactate, Pvp, Dimethicone, Polysorbate 20, Citrulline, Squalane, Lactic acid, Succinic acid, Polyacrylamide, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Salicylic acid, Water, Sd alcohol 40-b, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl ether, Niacinamide, Citrulline, Arginine, Methyl gluceth-20, Cetearyl alcohol, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinol, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Water, Glycerin, Betaine, Coco-caprylate, Triethylhexanoin, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Ceteareth-30, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Glyceryl caprylate, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Bisabolol, Lecithin, Ceramide np, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Decyl glucoside, Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, Cetearyl alcohol, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Cetyl alcohol, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Dicaprylyl ether, Hydrogenated palm kernel glycerides, Squalane, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Glyceryl caprylate, Bisabolol, Ectoin, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Xanthan gum, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Tocotrienols, Tocopherol, Glycine soja oil, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Ceteareth-20, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium polyacrylate, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Sodium lactate, Elaeis guineensis oil, Sodium pca, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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| Match | — | 60% | 57% | 53% |
| Price | — | $26.80 | $41.90 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 46 | 8 of 46 | 8 of 46 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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"Perricone MD - The Acne Relief Soothing Regimen" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Exfoliation, Anti-blemish and Evens skin tone
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The product retails for 199.00$ in the United States.
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