Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 8 moreCleanses gently
“A deep cleansing foam with BHA and Tea tree unclogs pores and exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving a refreshed finish.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (arachidic acid, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, stearic acid) 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: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Centella asiatica extract + 2 moreWorks well
“It is effective for relieving acne-prone skin, removing excess dead skin cells and melting sebum.”
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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“A deep cleansing foam with BHA and Tea tree unclogs pores and exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving a refreshed finish.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf waterMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.8–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Stearic acid~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl stearate~2–2.4%
- 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 stearatePropanediol~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLauryl hydroxysultaine~1.8–2.2%
Palmitic acid~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonatePotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Salicylic acid~0.55–0.85%
- 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 acidButylene glycol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 glycolSorbitol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about Sorbitol1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.7%
Sodium chloride~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCentella asiatica extract~0.55–0.8%
- 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 extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- 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 crosspolymerMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCetearyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholMelaleuca alternifolia leaf water~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractHydrogenated polydecene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneArachidic acid~0.45–0.65%
Lauric acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidSodium citrate~0.3–0.5%
- 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 citrateMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateOleic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidTheobroma cacao seed extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Dextrin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 DextrinCitric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChamaecyparis obtusa water~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinus palustris leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Propanediol, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Palmitic acid, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Potassium benzoate, Salicylic acid, Butylene glycol, Sorbitol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium chloride, Centella asiatica extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Hydrogenated polydecene, Arachidic acid, Lauric acid, Sodium citrate, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Oleic acid, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Dextrin, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Pentylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Pinus palustris leaf extract
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| Match | — | 90% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | — | $38.73 | — | $13.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Panthenol | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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