Alejon Oily Soap

Alejon Oily Soap

Review

Results you may expect from using Alejon Oily Soap:

Alejon Oily Soap is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Triethanolamine
30.6
Tallow Acid
15.3
TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
0.3
Tetrasodium EDTA
0.3
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
0.3
Sulfur
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Oleic Acid
0.3
Cocamide MEA
0.3
Niacinamide
0.3
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Trisodium EDTA
0.3
Glycolic Acid
0.3
Algae Extract
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Caffeine
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
0.3
Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract
0.3
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Extract
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Ingredients explained

Triethanolamine
Est. %50
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Tallow Acid
Est. %30.6
Function
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Tallow AcidDescription is coming soon
TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
Est. %15.3
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TEA-Lauryl SulfateDescription is coming soon
Tetrasodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrasodium EDTAOne of the most common synthetic chelators. It can reduce the 'hardness' of water and so is often used in rinse-off products.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Sulfur
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SulfurSulfur is a registered OTC drug ingredient that can be used to fight acne. As a keratolytic, it helps remove dead skin buildup.
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Aloe Barbadensis ExtractAn antioxidant extract from the gelatinous pulp of Aloe vera leaves with humectant moisturizing polysaccharide mucilage. It is suitable for irritated or eczema-prone skin.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
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Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Oleic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Oleic AcidAn omega-9 fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils. It is occlusive moisturizing, emollient and emulsifying.
Cocamide MEA
Est. %0.3
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Cocamide MEAAn ingredient that can work as an emulsifier and surfactant. It's main use is as a foaming, mild, cleansing agent.
Niacinamide
Est. %0.3
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Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
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Nigella Sativa Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Trisodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
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Trisodium EDTAA chelating agent designed to encapsulate potentially harmful heavy metal ions that enter the formula through the water source. Once encapsulated, these heavy metal ions become inert.
Glycolic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Glycolic Acid

The second most used AHA (after lactic acid) known for its potent exfoliating and smoothing effects. It increases skin cell turnover, which is beneficial for treating acne. When used in peels, glycolic acid has confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy, though it is less effective in leave-on products like creams and serums.

Algae Extract
Est. %0.3
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Algae ExtractThe name describes any extract made from any kind of algae. Algae extracts are moisturizing humectants – the gelatin-like polysaccharides bind and retain water, thereby hydrating the skin. Algae is a rich source of emollient and antioxidant compounds.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilA fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.
Caffeine
Est. %0.3
Function
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CaffeineAn antioxidant compound that is obtained from coffee and tea leaves. It increases the microcirculation of blood in the skin and is claimed to be able to reduce the appearance of orange peel skin (although the research is lacking).
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
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PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
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AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) ExtractDerived from thyme, this antioxidant, antiseptic and fragrant extract consists mainly of thyme essential oil (with its spicy herbal scent), flavonoids, terpenes, and organic acids.
Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
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Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark ExtractAn extract obtained from black willow bark. It contains astringent tannins and salicin (which is converted to salicylic acid). Salicin has similar anti-inflammatory activity to aspirin.
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Extract
Est. %0.3
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) ExtractDescription is coming soon