BCL AHA Cleansing Research Hot Gel Cleansing C

BCL AHA Cleansing Research Hot Gel Cleansing C

Review

Results you may expect from using BCL AHA Cleansing Research Hot Gel Cleansing C:

BCL AHA Cleansing Research Hot Gel Cleansing C 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
45
Glycerin
22
PEG-8
11
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
6
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
4
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
3
PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
2
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
1.5
Barm Extract
1
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
0.3
Hornet Extract
0.3
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
0.3
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
0.3
Niacinamide
0.3
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
0.3
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Malic Acid
0.3
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
Ferulic Acid
0.3
Water
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
TEA-PCA
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Fragrance
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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Barm Extract
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Niacinamide
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Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
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Butylene Glycol
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Ingredients explained

Glycerin
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

PEG-8
Est. %22
Function
Origin
PEG-8A synthetic liquid that serves as a humectant. It also works as a solvent because of its ability to dissolve a wide range of ingredients.
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

A clear, pale yellow, oil-like emollient manufactured synthetically from coconut oil and polyethylene glycol. It is also used as an emulsifying agent.

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
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.

PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl IsostearateDescription is coming soon
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Est. %2
Function
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel OilAn essential oil derived from the peels of the sweet orange. It is commonly used as a fragrance because of its pleasant, citrusy scent. The main constituent of the essential oil is limonene (up to 96%).
Barm Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Barm ExtractDescription is coming soon
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
Est. %1
Function
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed ExtractAn extract from the seeds and pulp of pomelo. It contains vitamin E, flavonoids, tannins, and limonoids, and has antioxidant, soothing, and astringent properties. The seeds mostly contain emollient fatty oil.
Hornet Extract
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Hornet ExtractDescription is coming soon
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root ExtractA fragrant and anti-inflammatory extract derived from ginger roots. It is a major part of Chinese traditional medicine. In can increase blood circulation, which helps with skin healing and skin metabolism.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateA lipid-soluble form of vitamin C that is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. According to a recent clinical study, THDA has all the capabilities of regular vitamin C, including anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment activity.
Niacinamide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.

Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit ExtractDerived from the golden kiwi fruit, this extract is rich in humectant polysaccharides and antioxidant organic acids, as well as phenolic compounds.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Junos Fruit ExtractAn extract from Yuzu (a citrus hybrid) which contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory flavonoids.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice
Est. %0.3
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) JuiceDescription is coming soon
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Malic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malic AcidA simple organic alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) commonly found in unripe fruits. It is more gentle of an exfoliant when compared to the famous and potent glycolic and lactic acids.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateThe most researched derivative of vitamin C. It boosts collagen synthesis, thereby improving skin structure and elasticity. SAP is effective in the treatment of inflamed acne lesions and has a weak but positive effect on pigmentation issues.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit ExtractA fragrant extract from lemon peels that contains various antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – which are currently under investigation as potential anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment compounds.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
Est. %0.3
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PEG-8 Glyceryl IsostearateDescription is coming soon
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
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CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
Ferulic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ferulic AcidA plant-based phenolic acid with powerful and scientifically proven antioxidant properties. It enhances the effects of vitamins C and E, as well as the UV protective effects of sunscreens.
Water
Est. %0.3
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.
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
TEA-PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TEA-PCADescription is coming soon
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
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.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
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.