Works for
CleansingSorbitan oleateCan be harsh
“A multitasking bestseller, Even Tone Cleansing Bar is a cleanser, mask and exfoliator that targets uneven skin tone and stubborn dark marks to reveal a brighter, more even-looking complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationAzelaic acid, Urea + 1 moreNot delivered
“A multitasking bestseller, Even Tone Cleansing Bar is a cleanser, mask and exfoliator that targets uneven skin tone and stubborn dark marks to reveal a brighter, more even-looking complexion.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with azelaic acid, urea, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Azelaic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cocos nucifera oil~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilHydrogenated palm kernel oil~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilSodium hydroxide~1.7–2.6%
Sorbitol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolPropylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- 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 glycolSorbitan oleate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHamamelis virginiana water~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAlcohol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholKojic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
More about Kojic acidAzelaic acid~0.4–0.9%
- 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 acidGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.35–0.8%
- 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 extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinCamphor~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Niacinamide~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCalcium ascorbate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucosamine hcl~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclMaltose~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lactate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateTannic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Urea~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaAlpha-arbutin~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinGlutathione~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneRetinyl palmitate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateIngredient list view
Water, Cocos nucifera oil, Hydrogenated palm kernel oil, Glycerin, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Sodium hydroxide, Sorbitol, Propylene glycol, Sorbitan oleate, Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol, Kojic acid, Azelaic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Camphor, Niacinamide, Calcium ascorbate, Glucosamine hcl, Maltose, Sodium lactate, Tannic acid, Urea, Alpha-arbutin, Glutathione, Retinyl palmitate
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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.
| Urban Skin Rx3YOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINPigment Bar | FilorgaAge-Purify Clean Smoothing Purifying Cleansing Gel | TulaAcne Spot Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 74% | 73% |
| Price | $15.99 | $56.00+$40.01 | $36.82+$20.83 | $43.68+$27.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Glycine Soja Protein | Glycolic Acid | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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