Avon Clearskin Professional Deep Pore Cleansing Scrub Review

Avon Clearskin Professional Deep Pore Cleansing Scrub
Ingredients

Avon Clearskin Professional Deep Pore Cleansing Scrub Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Salicylic Acid, Water, Kaolin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Silica, SD Alcohol 40-B, Glycerin, Bentonite, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch, Microcrystalline Wax, Sodium Chloride, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Polysorbate 20, Thiodipropionic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Menthol, Fragrance, Methylparaben, Glycolic Acid, Capryloyl Glycine, Disodium EDTA, Hexylene Glycol, Sarcosine, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
Review

Does Avon Clearskin Professional Deep Pore Cleansing Scrub Work?

 
Avon Clearskin Professional Deep Pore Cleansing Scrub 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 Ingredient Breakdown section below.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
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Est. %
Salicylic Acid
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Water
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Kaolin
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
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Silica
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SD Alcohol 40-B
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Glycerin
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Bentonite
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
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Microcrystalline Wax
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Sodium Chloride
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
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Polysorbate 20
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Thiodipropionic Acid
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Xanthan Gum
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Menthol
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Fragrance
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Methylparaben
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Glycolic Acid
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Capryloyl Glycine
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Disodium EDTA
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Hexylene Glycol
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Sarcosine
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Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
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Retinyl Palmitate
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Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract
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Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
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Tocopherol
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Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
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Ingredients explained

Salicylic Acid
Est. %2
Function
Origin
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.
Water
Est. %2
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Kaolin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
KaolinA type of mineral clay milled into a white, very fine powder. It is able to absorb sweat and oil, which then helps to keep the skin matte. The larger particles of kaolin are used in skin scrubs as an abrasive ingredient.
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateA coconut-derived or synthetic surfactant that creates a gentle, creamy foam. It is popular in baby shampoos, body washes, and many other rinse-off products as a complement to other surfactants.
Silica
Est. %2
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
SD Alcohol 40-B
Est. %2
Function
Origin
SD Alcohol 40-BA natural ingredient containing a denaturant to discourage drinking.
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Bentonite
Est. %2
Function
Origin
BentoniteA naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Microcrystalline Wax
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Microcrystalline WaxA white, highly purified, solid substance consisting of petroleum hydrocarbons. It is used in skincare as a strong occlusive and emollient similar to Petrolatum, and also as a formula helper that thickens and stabilizes the product.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateAn occlusive moisturizer and emollient with a good lubricity that leaves behind a glossy sheen after application. It can also control viscosity by thickening skincare products and act as a binding agent to hold pressed powdered products together.
Polysorbate 20
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Thiodipropionic Acid
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Thiodipropionic AcidThiodipropionic acid (often shortened to TDPA) is a synthetic organic acid that is used in skincare products as an antioxidant and stabilizing ingredient. It is generally regarded as safe and non-irritating. There are no scientific studies that mention TDPA having any particular effects on the skin.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Menthol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
MentholA volatile compound isolated from peppermint oil. It causes a cooling sensation on the skin that can be very soothing. Menthol can also act as a topical painkiller. In more sensitive individuals, however, it may cause skin irritation or an allergy.
Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Methylparaben
Est. %1
Function
Origin
MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Glycolic Acid
Est. %1
Function
Origin
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.

Capryloyl Glycine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Capryloyl GlycineA naturally-derived or synthetically produced multi-functional ingredient. As an anti-microbial it can act as part of a product's preservative system or reduce microbes on the skin that cause certain kinds of acne or dandruff.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Hexylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexylene GlycolA multifunctional ingredient that is best known for its use as a solvent. It can dissolve both water-based ingredients and oils. For this reason, it can also function as an emulsifier, allowing oil and water ingredients to mix and remain stable.
Sarcosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SarcosineA sweet-tasting amino acid that moisturizes the skin by attracting water to its surface. It also offers protection to the skin by stabilizing proteins against UV damage and denaturation.
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Retinyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Retinyl Palmitate

An esterified form of retinol – it combines retinol and palmitic acid into one molecule. Retinyl palmitate is less irritating than retinol but lacks clinical proves of its anti-aging and acne-reducing efficacy.

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ ExtractAn emollient extract obtained from the germ part of the wheat grain. It contains proteins, fatty acids, vitamins E and B, as well as various other antioxidants. It has been claimed to have anti-pigment activity.
Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces/Zinc FermentA biotech ingredient that serves to supplement zinc to the skin. Zinc is essential for wound healing and the activity of antioxidant enzymes.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide

This is an old INCI name that can refer to several other peptides. They are all short fragments of collagen or elastin and function as signal molecules, telling the skin to repair and restructure the dermis, resulting in anti-wrinkle activity.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

A synthetic peptide that mimics the activity of immunoglobulin G and signals to the skin to stop the inflammation. It has been shown in studies to reduce wrinkles and enhance collagen content.

Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)