Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateCan be harsh
“Blemish Control Clearing Facial Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“Blemish Control Clearing Facial Wash”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis extract, Zingiber officinale root extract + 6 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%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.1–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCocamidopropyl betaine~5.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateCydonia oblonga leaf extract~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit extract~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractCocos nucifera fruit extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.1–1.3%
- 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 extractMoringa oleifera leaf extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia officinalis extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Zingiber officinale root extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractMentha piperita leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractTocopherol~0.35–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolGlycerin~0.35–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilEucalyptus citriodora oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateCitric 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 acidPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLimonene~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%
Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cydonia oblonga leaf extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Moringa oleifera leaf extract, Salvia officinalis extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Eucalyptus citriodora oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| SukinBlemish Control Clearing Facial WashYOUR PRODUCT | RoC SkincareBarrier Renew Gel-To-Foam Cleanser | instant clarity. no fuss. no drama.pH BALANCED PATCHOULI + CHERIMOYA GEL CLEANSER | Adorn CosmeticsBasics Natural Gel Cleanser | Refillable | |
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| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 38% |
| Price | — | $12.99 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ng | Panthenol | Glyceryl Caprylate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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