Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Saturated with 0.5% Salicylic Acid, the formula exfoliates and detoxifies the complexion, removing excess oil and sebum to cleanse the face without leaving the skin tight or dry.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Product name: Acne Treatment Gel”
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.
CleansingPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Saturated with 0.5% Salicylic Acid, the formula exfoliates and detoxifies the complexion, removing excess oil and sebum to cleanse the face without leaving the skin tight or dry.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, hexylene glycol, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid0.5%
- 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 acidWater~45–55%
Alcohol denat.~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Cyclopentasiloxane~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePvm/ma decadiene crosspolymer~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPanthenol~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPpg-26-buteth-26~1.7–2.1%
Sodium hydroxide~1.4–1.8%
Butylene glycol~1.2–1.5%
- 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 glycolPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPolysilicone-11~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Panthenol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSaccharomyces lysate extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect
More about Saccharomyces lysate extractGlycerin~0.7–1%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylyl glycol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Decyl glucoside~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAminopropanol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Avena sativa kernel extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractHexylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolOligopeptide-10~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-10Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilSh-oligopeptide-1~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-1Trehalose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPantolactone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneCitral~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Alcohol denat., Cyclopentasiloxane, Pvm/ma decadiene crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Sodium hydroxide, Butylene glycol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Polysilicone-11, Panthenol, Saccharomyces lysate extract, Glycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Decyl glucoside, Aminopropanol, Avena sativa kernel extract, Hexylene glycol, Oligopeptide-10, Potassium sorbate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Trehalose, Unknown, Citric acid, Pantolactone, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| RéViveAcne Treatment GelYOUR PRODUCT | ProactivBlackhead Dissolving Gel | SkinMedicaPore Purifying Gel Cleanser | La Roche-PosayMedicated Gel Acne Face Wash with Salicylic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | — | $35.12 | — | $18.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 4 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Bakuchiol | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 14 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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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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