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ExfoliationLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Salix nigra bark extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“deep exfoliating blackhead scrub”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishKaolin, Melia azadirachta leaf extractNot delivered
“deep exfoliating blackhead scrub”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 7 moreWorks
“Probiotics, raspberry leaf & pomegranate reveal smoother, softer & more balanced skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, caprylyl glycol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract + 13 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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Glycerin~23–34%
- 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 GlycerinPvp~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpWater~4.6–7%
Cellulose acetate~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Volcanic sand~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideLactococcus ferment lysate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractKaolin~1.4–2.1%
- 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 KaolinCichorium intybus root extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus leaf extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus leaf extractSilica~1–1.45%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideHamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extractBisabolol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololLactic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCaprylyl glycol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSalix nigra bark extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.2–0.8%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractCitrus grandis peel extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic irritating plant extract that can cause photosensitivity in skin
More about Citrus grandis peel extractCitrus clementina fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel extract~0.2–0.8%
Citrus tangerina peel extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.2–0.7%
- 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 extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractFragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- 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 extractPunica granatum fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- 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 extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractPrunus persica fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Prunus persica fruit extractRosa damascena extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractSodium benzoate~0.1–0.3%
Hexylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Glycerin, Pvp, Water, Cellulose acetate, Volcanic sand, Sodium chloride, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Kaolin, Cichorium intybus root extract, Rubus idaeus leaf extract, Silica, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract, Bisabolol, Lactic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Salix nigra bark extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Citrus grandis peel extract, Citrus clementina fruit extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Citrus tangerina peel extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract, Rosa damascena extract, Sodium benzoate, Hexylene glycol, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Azelaic Acid | Niacinamide | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
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Product summary
"Tula - deep exfoliating blackhead scrub" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 0.45% - 1.00%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Humectants (glycerin 23.00% - 34.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Tula" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 32.00$ up to 45.00$ in the United States, for 45.00CA$ in Canada and from 30.00£ up to 45.50£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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