Works for
CleansingSodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-sulfolaurate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanses to purify your skin to wash away makeup, dirt, oil & bacteria, while treating acne”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium 2-sulfolaurate, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate) 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, Azelaic acidWorks well
“Helps prevent future breakouts from forming”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Azelaic acid + 1 moreWorks well
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Zingiber officinale root extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
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%
Sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate~9.9–12.1%
Disodium 2-sulfolaurate~6–7.3%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~4.5–5.5%
Lactococcus ferment lysate~2.5–3%
- 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 lysateMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAzelaic acid~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is produced by a yeast that lives on normal human skin. It is used in medicine as a topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. It has a mild exfoliating effect. It can also help reduce hyperpigmentation, helps calm down inflammation and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Azelaic acidMorinda citrifolia extract~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.65–1%
- 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 extractLactic acid~0.55–0.85%
- 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 acidHydrolyzed algin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed alginGlycerin~0.55–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinCitric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhospholipids~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium chloride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideBenzoic acid~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Sodium glycolate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trisodium dicarboxymethyl alaninate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 glycolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Sodium methyl 2-sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-sulfolaurate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Azelaic acid, Morinda citrifolia extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Lactic acid, Hydrolyzed algin, Glycerin, Citric acid, Phospholipids, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium chloride, Benzoic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium glycolate, Trisodium dicarboxymethyl alaninate, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| TulaKeep It ClearYOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINBlemish Control Bar Cleanser | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | CliniqueAnti-Blemish Solutions Cleansing Foam All Skin Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 57% | 55% |
| Price | $36.00 | $64.43+$28.43 | — | $27.68−$8.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Niacinamide | Acetyl Glucosamine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Genabelle Pink Cloud Cleansing FoamDr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser Mousse Nettoyante
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 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
- 4
- 5
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.