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0 of 1 advertised claim delivered
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“Phyt's Activ'Peel Organic 40g is a face exfoliating gel ideal for combination to oily skin, which releases the pores of impurities, for a visibly refined skin texture and a clean and fresh skin.”
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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract + 2 moreGood evidence
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf extract.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Parfum, Citrus paradisi peel oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~4.7–7.1%
- 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 extractLauryl glucoside~4.2–6.3%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineBambusa arundinacea stem extract~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinXanthan gum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl caprylate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.55–1.25%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.35–0.8%
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilViola tricolor extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin
More about Viola tricolor extractMalva sylvestris flower extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance
More about Malva sylvestris flower extractArctium lappa root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractIllite~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77289~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitral~0.05–0.2%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Lauryl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Parfum, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Viola tricolor extract, Malva sylvestris flower extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Illite, Ci 77289, Citric acid, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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