REVOLUTION SKINCARE 2% Salicylic Acid & Zinc BHA Anti-Blemish Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Polysorbate 20 + 4 moreCleanses gently
“2% Salicylic Acid & Zinc BHA Anti-Blemish 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, coconut acid, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“This formula works to encourage a clearer complexion, powered by blemish buster heroes salicylic acid and zinc BHA, which gently exfoliate the skin while reducing the appearance of blackheads, blemishes and pores.”
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 acid, Zinc pca + 1 moreWorks well
“This formula works to encourage a clearer complexion, powered by blemish buster heroes salicylic acid and zinc BHA, which gently exfoliate the skin while reducing the appearance of blackheads, blemishes and pores.”
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: zinc pca
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 20~2.4–3.7%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionatePeg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearateSalicylic 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 acidPeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1–1.45%
Betaine~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCoconut acid~0.5–1.2%
Sodium hydroxide~0.35–0.8%
Allantoin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium isethionate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Zinc pca~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaCereus grandiflorus flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A cactus extract that can help neutralize free radicals because it contains a chemical compound called betacyanins and flavonolglycosides. Can help make the surface of the skin dryer helping make pores look smaller for a very short period of time. The concentrations usually used in cosmetics are too small to have any effect
More about Cereus grandiflorus flower extractPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Salicylic acid, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Coconut acid, Sodium hydroxide, Allantoin, Sodium isethionate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc pca, Cereus grandiflorus flower extract, Potassium sorbate, Sorbic acid
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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 SKINCARE2% Salicylic Acid & Zinc BHA Anti-Blemish CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CASalicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser | PrequelTRAVEL GLEANSER + SA | Bubble SkincareAll Clear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 82% | 80% |
| Price | — | $15.00 | $6.00 | $14.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate | Inulin | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA CleanserTransparent Lab PHA Soft Peeling Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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