Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Myristic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Hydro-Power Brightening Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, lauric acid, myristic acid, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishLauric acidNot delivered
“What it does A foaming face wash that effectively purifies the skin and helps combat blackheads, without ever stripping the face and tightening.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“This cleanser combats blackheads and pimples and gently exfoliate to archive a deep cleanse.”
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Zingiber officinale root oil + 1 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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Water~45–55%
Stearic acid~8.2–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~2.4–2.9%
Lauric acid~2.1–2.5%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineTrehalose~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseButylene glycol~1.2–1.5%
- 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 glycolPrunus mume fruit extract~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus mume fruit extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractAscophyllum nodosum extract~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Ascophyllum nodosum extractSorbitol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlycosyl trehalose~0.55–0.8%
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateSodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilZingiber officinale root oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
More about Zingiber officinale root oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- 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 oilRosa canina fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilCellulose gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateDecyl glucoside~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePentasodium pentetate~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Trehalose, Butylene glycol, Prunus mume fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Sorbitol, Glycosyl trehalose, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Zingiber officinale root oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Cellulose gum, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Decyl glucoside, Pentasodium pentetate, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Pretti5Hydro-Power Brightening CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OngredientsSkin Barrier Moisture Deep Cleanser | suppinsan kyoto japanKome Awa Face Wash Cream | SkinfoodEgg White Perfect Pore Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | — | $10.27 | $36.40 | $9.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Salicylic Acid |
| 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 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Flavonoids in Treating Psoriasissciencedirect.com
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