Typology Paris Purifying moisturizer — 4% Zinc PCA + Bamboo Extract
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Zinc pcaStrong evidence
“prone to blemishes”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed wax + 6 moreGood evidence
“A light, non-greasy texture”
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, zinc pca.
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, myristyl myristate.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acidStrong evidence
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: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, LimoneneMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid1%
- 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%
Dicaprylyl ether~9.2–11.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherGlycerin~6–7.3%
- 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 GlycerinZinc pca~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.2–3.9%
- 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 triglycerideHelianthus annuus seed wax~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateMyristyl myristate~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristate1,2-hexanediol~1.3–1.5%
Phyllostachys bambusoides extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~1.3–1.5%
Sclerotium gum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumC14-22 alcohols~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsCaesalpinia spinosa gum~0.7–1%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
- 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 oilC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideO-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~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 LimoneneTocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Dicaprylyl ether, Glycerin, Zinc pca, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Myristyl myristate, 1,2-hexanediol, Phyllostachys bambusoides extract, Silica, Sclerotium gum, C14-22 alcohols, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, O-cymen-5-ol, Limonene, Tocopherol
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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.
| Typology ParisPurifying moisturizer — 4% Zinc PCA + Bamboo ExtractYOUR PRODUCT | BeautycounterCountermatch Recovery Sleeping Cream | MG217Salicylic Acid Formula Cream | The Jojoba CompanyIntense Overnight Renewal Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 86% |
| Price | $42.90 | $62.00+$19.10 | — | $46.75+$3.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Typology Paris - Purifying moisturizer — 4% Zinc PCA + Bamboo Extract" is effective for: Exfoliation, Anti-blemish and Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (zinc pca 3.90% - 4.80% and glycerin 6.00% - 7.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 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
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