Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Stearyl alcohol + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Deep Cleansing Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, coconut acid, hexylene glycol, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearyl alcohol) 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, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreWorks well
“What Else You Need to Know Smooth exfoliating beads lift away dead skin cells, while salicylic acid helps unclog pores and reduce oiliness to clear acne and help prevent future breakouts wherever they may occur.”
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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“What Else You Need to Know Smooth exfoliating beads lift away dead skin cells, while salicylic acid helps unclog pores and reduce oiliness to clear acne and help prevent future breakouts wherever they may occur.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Menthol, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- 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~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDistearyl phthalic acid amide~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paraffin~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinStearyl alcohol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholCetyl alcohol~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholJojoba esters~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersSodium chloride~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.5–1.9%
- 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 juiceCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCoconut acid~1.2–1.5%
Menthol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~0.9–1.15%
Caprylyl glycol~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHexylene glycol~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.75–1.1%
Ascorbic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCitric acid~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidButylene glycol~0.6–0.95%
- 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 glycolDisodium edta~0.6–0.9%
Isopropyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholSodium hydroxide~0.55–0.8%
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium sulfite~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Parfum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChromium hydroxide green~0.25–0.5%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Distearyl phthalic acid amide, Paraffin, Stearyl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Jojoba esters, Sodium chloride, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Coconut acid, Menthol, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbic acid, Citric acid, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Isopropyl alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Sodium sulfite, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Chromium hydroxide green
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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.
| ProactivDeep Cleansing WashYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CASalicylic Acid Cleanser | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Carbon TheorySALICYLIC ACID EXFOLIATING GEL CLEANSER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | — | $12.11 | $7.80 | $9.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Niacinamide | Decyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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