Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Xanthan gum + 1 moreCleanses gently
“toner”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, 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.
ExfoliationGluconolactone ~0.3–0.55%Under-dosed
“Flip to the textured side for gentle exfoliation.”
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Pantothenic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“resurfacing treatment”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: pantothenic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~6.5–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~3.2–3.9%
- 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 NiacinamideMethylpropanediol~2.4–2.9%
1,2-hexanediol~0.75–1.1%
Hydroxyacetophenone~1.7–2.1%
Betaine~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAllantoin~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinTranexamic acid~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidPropanediol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCarbomer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTromethamine~0.45–0.65%
Polyglyceryl-10 isostearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium citrate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePolyglyceryl-10 oleate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateGluconolactone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseSodium phytate~0.3–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumButylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolArginine~0.25–0.45%
- 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 ArginineCaffeine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineCynanchum atratum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Althaea rosea flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactobacillus/rye flour ferment~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus/soymilk ferment filtrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A 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 oilPentylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractMadecassoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Folic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
More about Folic acidPantothenic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and may help reduce inflammation in skin
More about Pantothenic acidBeta-carotene~0.25–0.45%
Pyridoxine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating
More about PyridoxineHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateThiamine hcl~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellent
More about Thiamine hclHyaluronic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidCyanocobalamin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateRiboflavin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPotassium hyaluronate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Betaine, Allantoin, Tranexamic acid, Propanediol, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-10 isostearate, Sodium citrate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Gluconolactone, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Sodium phytate, Xanthan gum, Butylene glycol, Arginine, Caffeine, Cynanchum atratum extract, Althaea rosea flower extract, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Lactobacillus/rye flour ferment, Lactobacillus/soymilk ferment filtrate, Bacillus/soybean ferment extract, Glycine soja oil, Pentylene glycol, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Madecassoside, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Folic acid, Pantothenic acid, Beta-carotene, Pyridoxine, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Thiamine hcl, Hyaluronic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Riboflavin, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Potassium hyaluronate
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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.
| RaelMiracle Clear Brightening Carotene PadsYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeAcne Control Cleanser | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | ReviumAnti Redness Sensitive Face Wash Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 74% | 73% | 69% |
| Price | $19.99 | $12.95−$7.04 | $9.99−$10.00 | $30.77+$10.78 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 24 | 4 of 24 | 2 of 24 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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- 6Effect of tranexamic acid on melasma: a clinical trial with histological evaluationonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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