Breakout Clearing Booster
Dermalogica
Treatment
spot treatment
Fact vs. Fiction
83
Very High
Trustworthiness
How well the ingredient list supports the product's marketing claims
Marketing Claims Supported by Ingredients:
5 of 6
Ingredients Matched:
8 of 30
Soothes breakout irritated skin
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Green Tea
(Match: 0.73,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Niacinamide
(Match: 0.65,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.65,
Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
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Green Tea
Functions:
soothing, antioxidant, free radical protection
Concerns Addressed:
irritation, redness, sensitivity, inflammation
Niacinamide
Functions:
Barrier support, Sebum regulation, Brightening, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Hyperpigmentation, Large pores, Redness, Uneven skin tone, Fine lines, Dullness
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
Exfoliation, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Acne, Pore-Clearing
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Enlarged Pores, Oiliness, Uneven Texture
View Other Matched Ingredients (5)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.06
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.18
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.06
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.12
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.06
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Clears breakout causing bacteria in 15 minutes
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Salicylic Acid
★
(Match: 0.96,
Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Niacinamide
(Match: 0.72,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Glycerin
(Match: 0.56,
Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
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Salicylic Acid
Functions:
Exfoliation, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Acne, Pore-Clearing
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Enlarged Pores, Oiliness, Uneven Texture
Niacinamide
Functions:
Barrier support, Sebum regulation, Brightening, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Hyperpigmentation, Large pores, Redness, Uneven skin tone, Fine lines, Dullness
Glycerin
Functions:
Hydrating, Barrier Supporting, Soothing, Penetration Enhancing
Concerns Addressed:
Dehydration, Dryness, Tightness, Flaking, Barrier Impairment
View Other Matched Ingredients (5)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.33
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.07
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.07
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.33
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.07
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helps combat breakout causing bacteria for rapid skin clearing
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.80,
Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
Exfoliation, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Acne, Pore-Clearing
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Enlarged Pores, Oiliness, Uneven Texture
View Other Matched Ingredients (7)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.11
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.11
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.17
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Niacinamide
Match score: 0.47
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.11
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.11
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.11
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Recommended for all skin types, acne and blemishes and uneven skin tone
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Niacinamide
(Match: 0.75,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.56,
Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Niacinamide
Functions:
Barrier support, Sebum regulation, Brightening, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Hyperpigmentation, Large pores, Redness, Uneven skin tone, Fine lines, Dullness
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
Exfoliation, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Acne, Pore-Clearing
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Enlarged Pores, Oiliness, Uneven Texture
View Other Matched Ingredients (6)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.19
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.19
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.19
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.19
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.19
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helps boost the skin's natural defenses against breakout causing bacteria
Minimal Support
Supported by:
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.62,
Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
Exfoliation, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Acne, Pore-Clearing
Concerns Addressed:
Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Enlarged Pores, Oiliness, Uneven Texture
View Other Matched Ingredients (7)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.10
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.25
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Niacinamide
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
TT Technology and Phytoplankton Extract work with skin’s natural microbiome and help prevent over drying
Unverified
View Other Matched Ingredients (8)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.10
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.40
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Niacinamide
Match score: 0.29
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Salicylic Acid
Match score: 0.29
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Peptide,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Lactic Acid
Match score: 0.29
(Type: Exfoliant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Dimethicone
Match score: 0.05
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ingredients
- Water
- Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether
- Butylene Glycol
- Glycerin
- Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- Niacinamide
- Salicylic Acid
- Cetearyl Glucoside
- 1
- 2-Hexanediol
- Polysorbate 20
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Terpineol
- Thymol
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Lactic Acid
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Dimethicone
- Xanthan Gum
- Sclerotium Gum
- Lecithin
- Pullulan
- Propanediol
- Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
- Silica
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Sodium Citrate
- Limonene
