Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Lauric acid + 4 moreWorks well
“Green Clay Acne Body Wash”
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.
CleansingLauric acid, Lauryl hydroxysultaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Green Clay Acne Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-14 pareth-12, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, sodium cocoyl glutamate) 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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, GluconolactoneWorks well
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Parfum, Mentha suaveolens leaf extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.9–6%
- 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 GlycerinLauric acid~4.2–5.1%
- 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 acidC12-14 pareth-12~2.7–3.3%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~3–3.6%
Potassium hydroxide~1.9–2.3%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateMyristic acid~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidParfum~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCentella asiatica extract~0.75–1.15%
- 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 extractMentha suaveolens leaf extract~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractMentha arvensis leaf extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha arvensis leaf extractPinus densiflora leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bentonite~0.45–0.7%
Kaolin~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinWater~0.4–0.65%
Sodium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMenthol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acidPotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Propanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGardenia florida fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractDextrin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 DextrinMalt extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Gluconolactone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneButylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolHydroxycinnamic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rutin~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinLavandula angustifolia extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractThymus vulgaris leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris leaf extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Lauric acid, C12-14 pareth-12, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Myristic acid, Parfum, Centella asiatica extract, Mentha suaveolens leaf extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Mentha arvensis leaf extract, Pinus densiflora leaf extract, Bentonite, Kaolin, Water, Sodium chloride, Menthol, Salicylic acid, Potassium benzoate, Disodium edta, Propanediol, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Dextrin, Malt extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Gluconolactone, Butylene glycol, Hydroxycinnamic acid, Rutin, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Thymus vulgaris leaf extract
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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.
| so naturalGreen Clay Acne Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | VT CosmeticsPro Cica Tiger Serum Body Wash | VichyHomme Hydra Mag C Body & Hair Shower Gel | RevolutionBody Skincare Salicylic Body Blemish Moisture Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 69% | 69% |
| Price | — | $24.70 | $14.75 | $17.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| 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 29 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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