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ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Guarana Scrub”
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol + 1 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, propylene glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 6 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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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.4%
- 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 GlycerinOryza sativa germ powder~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlycol stearate~2.1–3.1%
Bambusa arundinacea stem extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium aluminum silicate~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicatePaullinia cupana seed powder~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePropylene glycol~0.85–1.25%
- 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 glycolHypericum perforatum extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateXanthan gum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLauryl glucoside~0.4–1%
Cetearyl glucoside~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower 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 extractCentaurea cyanus flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicals
More about Centaurea cyanus flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPelargonium graveolens leaf oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Pelargonium graveolens leaf oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.5%
- 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 oilTilia cordata flower extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Oryza sativa germ powder, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycol stearate, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Paullinia cupana seed powder, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Propylene glycol, Hypericum perforatum extract, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Xanthan gum, Lauryl glucoside, Cetearyl glucoside, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Centaurea cyanus flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Tilia cordata flower extract, Sorbic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
| Yon-Ka ParisGuarana ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | RéViveLe Polish Micro-Resurfacing Treatment | ObagiNu-Derm Exfoderm | Dr. BotanicalsCoffee Superfood Renewing Facial Exfoliator | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 26% | 26% | 25% |
| Price | $60.00 | $15.33−$44.67 | $525.00+$465.00 | $20.00−$40.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 | Arginine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Skin Doctors Professional Results Exfoliating Crystals Face ScrubMiss Spa Exfoliating Oatmeal Facial Scrub
Product summary
"Yon-Ka Paris Skincare - Guarana Scrub" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.20% - 6.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 54.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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