Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Acne Control Face Scrub”
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.
CleansingGlyceryl stearate se, Cetyl alcohol + 9 moreCleanses gently
“Designed for all acne-prone warriors, this deep-cleaning facial cleanser is your ultimate sidekick.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, glyceryl stearate se, peg-100 stearate, polysorbate 60, sodium methyl lauroyl taurate, triethanolamine) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Acne Control Face Scrub”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Juglans regia shell powder, Parfum + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- 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 acidWater~45–55%
Juglans regia shell powder~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glyceryl stearate se~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seGlycerin~3.3–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~2.7–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholZea mays kernel meal~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 alcoholTriethanolamine~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCocamidopropyl betaine~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePeg-100 stearate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.75–1.15%
- 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 stearateCarbomer~0.6–0.9%
- 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 CarbomerCeteareth-20~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Prunus armeniaca seed powder~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractSodium methyl lauroyl taurate~0.7–1%
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolysorbate 60~0.3–0.55%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Juglans regia shell powder, Glyceryl stearate se, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Zea mays kernel meal, Cetearyl alcohol, Triethanolamine, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Carbomer, Ceteareth-20, Prunus armeniaca seed powder, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Sodium methyl lauroyl taurate, Parfum, Polysorbate 60, Disodium edta, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| St. IvesAcne Control Face ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | PurifideBlackhead Control 2% SA Deep Exfoliating Cleanser | YEOUTHVitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night Cream | NeutrogenaOil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $19.96 | — | $41.90+$21.94 | $7.37−$12.59 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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