TONYMOLY Three Herb Blemish AC Foam Cleanser
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Lauric acid + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Three Herb Blemish AC Foam Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate se, hydrogenated lecithin, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, poloxamer 184, 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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.4%Under-dosed
“Helps optimize skin's oil and water balance and helps reduce acne blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.3–8.9%
- 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~3.1–3.7%
Propylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolLauric acid~2–2.4%
- 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 acidPalmitic acid~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPeg-75~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Glyceryl stearate se~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate sePeg-100 stearate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHouttuynia cordata extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Leonurus sibiricus extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Portulaca oleracea extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractTriticum aestivum seed extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hordeum vulgare leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phaseolus radiatus sprout extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sesamum indicum seed extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant oil that due to its high content of linoleic acid can help support skin's barrier function improving its hydration
More about Sesamum indicum seed extractBrassica oleracea italica sprout extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.45–0.65%
- 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 extractFicus carica fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractUlmus davidiana root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractAmaranthus caudatus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSalicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidPoloxamer 184~0.25–0.45%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Butylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 glycolCeramide np~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide np1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Lauric acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Peg-75, Glyceryl stearate se, Peg-100 stearate, Houttuynia cordata extract, Leonurus sibiricus extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Triticum aestivum seed extract, Hordeum vulgare leaf extract, Phaseolus radiatus sprout extract, Sesamum indicum seed extract, Brassica oleracea italica sprout extract, Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Amaranthus caudatus extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Salicylic acid, Poloxamer 184, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Disodium edta, Butylene glycol, Ceramide np, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| TONYMOLYThree Herb Blemish AC Foam CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | Bring greenTea tree cleansing foam | ElishacoyTetraforce Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | $38.73 | — | $11.92 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 12 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Panthenol | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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