Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Fortified with 2% Glycolic Acid and 2% Salicylic Acid, the face wash helps to eliminate acne-causing bacteria while smoothing and resurfacing skin to promote renewed clarity and radiance.”
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: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Acne Solutions Gly-Sal 2-2 Cleanser”
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-150 distearate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Solutions Gly-Sal 2-2 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, peg-150 distearate, polysorbate 20, sodium c12-15 pareth-15 sulfonate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, triethanolamine) 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 c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~8–12.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Glycolic acid~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLinoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-150 distearate~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearatePolysorbate 20~1.2–1.8%
Propylene glycol~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolWater~0.55–1.3%
Ci 16035~0.4–0.95%
Sodium c12-15 pareth-15 sulfonate~0.4–0.9%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateTriethanolamine~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCi 19140~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium edta, Glycolic acid, Linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Peg-150 distearate, Polysorbate 20, Propylene glycol, Water, Ci 16035, Sodium c12-15 pareth-15 sulfonate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Triethanolamine, Ci 19140
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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.
| ReplenixAcne Solutions Gly-Sal 2-2 CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Bailey Skin CareFoaming AHA/BHA Acne Treatment Cleanser | MuradMini AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 76% | 74% |
| Price | — | — | $19.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Zinc Pca | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Skinfix Acne+ 2% BHA CleanserCommunity Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 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
- 4
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- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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