Works for
ExfoliationGluconolactoneWorks well
“A resurfacing blend of fruit-derived acids and PHAs gently but effectively exfoliate the skin, even tone and improve the appearance of blemishes.”
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: gluconolactone.
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“perfect body smoothing wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, coconut acid, polysorbate 20, xanthan gum) 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, coco-glucoside
Anti-blemishGluconolactoneNot delivered
“A resurfacing blend of fruit-derived acids and PHAs gently but effectively exfoliate the skin, even tone and improve the appearance of blemishes.”
This product contains ingredients (gluconolactone) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy17 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 15 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-glucoside~8–9.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCocamidopropyl betaine~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinGluconolactone~2.3–2.9%
- 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 GluconolactoneBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroxanthan gum~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create thicker product formulations and stabilize emulsions
More about Dehydroxanthan gumSodium chloride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolysorbate 20~1.2–1.4%
Saccharide isomerate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCoconut acid~0.8–1.2%
Xanthan gum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractParfum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
Saccharum officinarum extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractLimonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.3–0.5%
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractCitronellol~0.2–0.4%
Geraniol~0.2–0.4%
Evernia prunastri extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amyris balsamifera bark oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boswellia carterii resin extract~0.2–0.4%
Cinnamomum camphora linalooliferum wood oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil expressed~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.2–0.4%
Pogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 citrateBoswellia carterii oil~0.2–0.4%
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractEugenol~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolEugenia caryophyllus bud oil~0.1–0.25%
Hibiscus abelmoschus seed extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Styrax tonkinensis resin extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroxanthan gum, Sodium chloride, Polysorbate 20, Saccharide isomerate, Coconut acid, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Saccharum officinarum extract, Limonene, Linalool, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Citronellol, Geraniol, Evernia prunastri extract, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Boswellia carterii resin extract, Cinnamomum camphora linalooliferum wood oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil expressed, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Boswellia carterii oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Eugenol, Tocopherol, Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil, Hibiscus abelmoschus seed extract, Styrax tonkinensis resin 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.
| this worksperfect body smoothing washYOUR PRODUCT | TypologyExfoliating Face Gel Cleanser — 5% PHA + Aloe Vera | FilorgaAge-Purify Clean Smoothing Purifying Cleansing Gel | AcnecidePurifide Ph Control Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | — | $36.90 | $36.82 | $13.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Inulin | Azelaic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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