Urban Skin Rx Pro Strength LacticGlow Micropolish Resurface & Brighten Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Polysorbate 20 + 1 moreCleanses gently
“LacticGlow Micropolish Resurface & Brighten Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, hexylene glycol, polysorbate 20) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Formulated by Urban Skin Rx founder and licensed medical aesthetician, Rachel Roff, the LacticGlow Micropolish Resurface & Brighten Cleanser is an effective cleansing gel that contains a special blend of Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Jojoba Esters to gently dissolve dead skin cell build-up and polish skin without irritation to reveal a brighter, fresher and healthier-looking complexion.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis seed extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Acrylates copolymer~7.1–10.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerCocamidopropyl betaine~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineJojoba esters~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersButylene glycol~1.8–2.7%
- 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 glycolPalmitoyl tripeptide-38~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Lac~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacSaccharum officinarum extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCitrus aurantium dulcis seed extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Malus domestica fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Malus domestica fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- 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 extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycerin~0.15–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinPolysorbate 20~0.1–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.01–0.1%
Hexylene glycol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Acrylates copolymer, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Jojoba esters, Butylene glycol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Lac, Unknown, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis seed extract, Unknown, Malus domestica fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide
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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 Rx Pro StrengthLacticGlow Micropolish Resurface & Brighten CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | instant clarity. no fuss. no drama.pH BALANCED PATCHOULI + CHERIMOYA GEL CLEANSER | MuradCleansers & Toners Age Reform: AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser | First Aid BeautyBrighten + Glow Exfoliating Gel Cleanser with AHA and Jojoba Pearls | |
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| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | $32.00 | — | — | $27.90−$4.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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