Retreatment Botanics Refining Face Polish
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Glyceryl stearate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Dissolves surface build-up in pores, and clears away impurities and dirt”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Gently exfoliates, refines and polishes while protecting the skin's natural barrier”
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceJojoba esters~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersGlycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilC13-15 alkane~2.7–4%
Behenyl alcohol~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholKaolin~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinWater~1.2–1.8%
Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharum officinarum extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractPolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoateSyzygium luehmannii fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTocopherol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolRosa canina seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilCocos nucifera oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCamellia oleifera seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.65%
- 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 oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.15–0.55%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCarrageenan~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Jojoba esters, Glycerin, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, C13-15 alkane, Behenyl alcohol, Kaolin, Water, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Syzygium luehmannii fruit extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosa canina seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Glyceryl stearate, Carrageenan, Xanthan gum, Potassium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| Retreatment BotanicsRefining Face PolishYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | Radiant Glow BotanicalFacial Milk | Mukti OrganicsBalancing Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | — | — | — | $54.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 2 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Coco-Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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