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ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“50 ultra-soft pads, saturated in a glow-boosting vitamin C serum that resurfaces and rextexturises your canvas with exfoliating fruit acids.”
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: glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid.
CleansingBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Peg-100 stearate + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Vit C Brightening Cleansing Pads x50”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, glyceryl stearate, glyceryl stearate citrate, hydrogenated lecithin, peg-100 stearate, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, polyglyceryl-3 stearate, polysorbate 60, sorbitan isostearate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Citrus sinensis fruit extract, Alcohol denat. + 8 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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Water~45–55%
Propylene glycol~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneSodium lactate~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateGlycolic acid~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidCitrus sinensis fruit extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lactic acid~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about Phenoxyethanol3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidSalicylic acid~0.7–1.05%
- 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 acidDisodium edta~0.65–1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.85%
Alcohol denat.~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPassiflora quadrangularis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractSodium sulfite~0.1–0.2%
Punica granatum extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractParfum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~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 LimoneneWater~0.3–0.6%
Hydrogenated vegetable oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilButylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 glycolCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateGlycerin~0.35–0.6%
- 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 GlycerinMica~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citratePolyglyceryl-3 stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.35–0.65%
- 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 stearateCrambe abyssinica seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Crambe abyssinica seed oilPeg-100 stearate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSilica~0.45–0.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium levulinate~0.3–0.55%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerMenthol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Parfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium anisate~0.3–0.55%
Squalane~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneMenthyl lactate~0.3–0.55%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.55%
Tocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolPolysorbate 60~0.3–0.6%
Limonene~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeSorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCitronellol~0.25–0.5%
Ci 77891~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePolybutene~0.3–0.5%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateMica~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaSilica dimethyl silylate~0.25–0.45%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateTin oxide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCi 77891~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 15850~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propylene glycol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Sodium lactate, Glycolic acid, Citrus sinensis fruit extract, Lactic acid, Phenoxyethanol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Salicylic acid, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol denat., Ananas sativus fruit extract, Passiflora quadrangularis fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Sodium sulfite, Punica granatum extract, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Water, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Butylene glycol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Mica, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Polyglyceryl-3 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Peg-100 stearate, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium levulinate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Menthol, Parfum, Sodium anisate, Squalane, Menthyl lactate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 60, Limonene, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Sorbitan isostearate, Citronellol, Ci 77891, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polybutene, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Mica, Silica dimethyl silylate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Tin oxide, Tocopheryl acetate, Ci 77891, Ci 77491, Ci 15850
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| RodialRadiant Skin EditYOUR PRODUCT | 60 Padstingl by DRMTLGY | COSRXThe AHA BHA PHA LHA 35 Peel | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 74% | 74% | 73% |
| Price | $38.00 | $38.00 | $10.46−$27.54 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 19 | 4 of 19 | 4 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Gluconolactone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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