ROUND LAB Pine Calming Cica Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPotassium cocoyl glycinate, Glyceryl stearate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Pine Calming Cica Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate, potassium cocoyl glycinate) 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
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“, The LHA ingredient will mildly care for unnecessary dead skin cells and impurities that block 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: capryloyl salicylic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 4 moreWorks well
“, Controls excessive sebum and pores, and helps manage skin to stay clean.”
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: capryloyl salicylic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf extract, Gardenia florida fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydrogenated palm acid~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium hydroxide~2.7–4%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~2–3.1%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCladosiphon okamuranus extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCoffea arabica seed extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractCitrus aurantium bergamia leaf extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salicylic acid~0.45–1.05%
- 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 acidCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractPinus densiflora leaf extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHyaluronic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateButylene glycol~0.2–0.7%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractGlycoproteins~0.15–0.55%
Capryloyl salicylic acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Asiatic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidAsiaticoside~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideMadecassic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidMadecassoside~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideGlyceryl stearate~0.1–0.45%
- 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 stearateDextrin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinDecyl glucoside~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.05–0.2%
- 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 crosspolymer1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Sodium phytate~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated palm acid, Potassium hydroxide, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Salix alba bark extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf extract, Salicylic acid, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Pinus densiflora leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Glycoproteins, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Asiatic acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic acid, Madecassoside, Glyceryl stearate, Dextrin, Decyl glucoside, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium phytate
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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.
| ROUND LABPine Calming Cica CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VichyNormaderm Corrector Anti-Blemish Care 24H Hydration + Free Cleansing Gel | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | GenabellePink Cloud Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 64% | 63% |
| Price | $13.50 | $17.19+$3.69 | — | $18.90+$5.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 17 | 4 of 17 | 3 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Zinc Gluconate | Copper Pca | Glycol Stearate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: L'Oréal Paris Daily Foaming Gel Cleansersiero Dustin Dun Cleansing Foam
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 31 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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