REVOLUTION SKINCARE 1% Salicylic Acid Serum with Marshmallow Extract
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Perfect for people that are prone to breakouts as the potent 1% Salicylic Acid works to gently exfoliate pores, ridding them of dirt and grime that could lead to blemishes.”
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
“Perfect for people that are prone to breakouts as the potent 1% Salicylic Acid works to gently exfoliate pores, ridding them of dirt and grime that could lead to blemishes.”
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Althaea officinalis root extract + 1 moreWorks
“A boost of Marshmallow Extract drenches the skin in hydration, locking it in for long-lasting, touchable softness, working in unison with Glycerin for added silkiness.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol denat. + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHamamelis virginiana water~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterGlycerin~2.6–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Polysorbate 20~1.6–2.5%
Butylene glycol~1.4–2%
- 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 glycolSalicylic acid~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCocamidopropyl betaine~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineXanthan gum~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.4–0.9%
Sodium chloride~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.5%
Althaea officinalis root extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Polysorbate 20, Butylene glycol, Salicylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Althaea officinalis root extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| REVOLUTION SKINCARE1% Salicylic Acid Serum with Marshmallow ExtractYOUR PRODUCT | Revolution ManBlemish Serum | GLAMGLOWSUPERSERUM 6-Acid Refining Treatment Serum | Revolution SkinClear Canvas 5% Niacinamide & 2% Salicylic Acid Clarifying Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 96% | 96% | 96% |
| Price | — | $19.77 | $54.28 | $7.41 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | — | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"REVOLUTION SKINCARE - 1% Salicylic Acid Serum with Marshmallow Extract" is effective for: Exfoliation and Anti-blemish
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (0.60% - 1.35%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.60% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 4.80£ up to 7.99£ in the United Kingdom, for 8.50£ in the United Kingdom and for 10.50CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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