Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“It gently sweeps pores free of dulling residue and debris for a fresher, calmer, and clearer complexion.”
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.
CleansingPolysorbate 20Can be harsh
“Glycolix 10% Cleansing Pads”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acidNot delivered
“It gently sweeps pores free of dulling residue and debris for a fresher, calmer, and clearer complexion.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Imidazolidinyl urea + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~6.5–9.8%
- 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 acidAmmonium hydroxide~3.8–5.7%
Hamamelis virginiana extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractPolysorbate 20~1.9–2.8%
Acetone~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Imidazolidinyl urea~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Menthol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Ammonium hydroxide, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Polysorbate 20, Acetone, Sodium benzoate, Imidazolidinyl urea, Disodium edta, Menthol
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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.
| ReplenixGlycolix 10% Cleansing PadsYOUR PRODUCT | Glycolix15% Cleansing Pads | Glycolix, TopixGlycolix 10% Cleansing Pads | REVOLUTION SKINCAREGlycolic Cleansing Pads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 75% | 70% | 67% |
| Price | — | — | — | $9.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Avène CleananceSesderma Acglicolic S Cleansing Wipes
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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