Rodan + Fields Spotless Acne Clearing Treatment
Works for
Anti-blemishBenzoyl peroxide, AllantoinWorks well
“Spotless Acne Clearing Treatment”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: benzoyl peroxide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Allantoin + 9 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
allantoin, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, caprylyl glycol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Benzoyl peroxide, Zingiber officinale root extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Benzoyl peroxide2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
More about Benzoyl peroxideWater~45–55%
Glycereth-18 ethylhexanoate~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycereth-18~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disiloxane~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~2.1–2.6%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAcrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures
More about Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymerAllantoin~1.3–1.5%
- 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 AllantoinAscorbyl palmitate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateBisabolol~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololMyristyl alcohol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
More about Myristyl alcoholPca~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaPhytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamatePolygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractSodium hyaluronate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateZingiber officinale root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractParfum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCarbomer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseHydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to reduce inflammation in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acidPolyglyceryl-2 isostearate~0.45–0.7%
Polysorbate 80~0.45–0.7%
Sorbitan oleate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateXanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDiethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate~0.5–0.8%
Isohexadecane~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneDimethyl isosorbide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideTocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hydroxide~0.45–0.65%
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDecylene glycol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to creat a nice product texture and support penetration of other ingredients
More about Decylene glycolHexylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPentylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.35–0.65%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitral~0.3–0.6%
Citronellol~0.3–0.55%
Limonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.3–0.55%
Carvone~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha viridis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
Pinene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTin oxide~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideTitanium dioxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 42090~0.15–0.3%
Ci 60730~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 17200~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Benzoyl peroxide, Water, Glycereth-18 ethylhexanoate, Glycereth-18, Disiloxane, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Allantoin, Ascorbyl palmitate, Bisabolol, Myristyl alcohol, Pca, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Zingiber officinale root extract, Parfum, Carbomer, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan oleate, Xanthan gum, Diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, Isohexadecane, Dimethyl isosorbide, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Caprylyl glycol, Decylene glycol, Hexylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Linalool, Carvone, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Pinene, Mica, Tin oxide, Titanium dioxide, Ci 42090, Ci 60730, Ci 17200
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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.
| Rodan + FieldsSpotless Acne Clearing TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | MD Complete by Dr. Brian ZelicksonBreakout Treatment | CliniqueAcne Solutions All-Over Clearing Treatment Oil-Free | Face Reality Skincare Professional5% Advanced Acne Med | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $76.00 | — | $22.13−$53.87 | $30.00−$46.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Acetyl Glucosamine | — |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Rodan + Fields - Spotless Acne Clearing Treatment" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (0.95% - 1.15%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.60%, pca 0.45% - 0.70% and glycerin 2.30% - 2.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Cosmetic allergy from myristyl alcoholncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Patch testing with myristyl alcoholresearchgate.net
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