Petitfee & Koelf Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser

Petitfee & Koelf Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser

Review

Results you may expect from using Petitfee & Koelf Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser:

Petitfee & Koelf Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser 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
70
Water
6
Potassium Laureth Phosphate
4
Butylene Glycol
3
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
2
Glycerin
1.5
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
1.3
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
1
Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
0.3
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
0.3
Viola Tricolor Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
0.3
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
0.3
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Coco-Glucoside
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Propylene Glycol
0.3
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
0.3
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
0.3
Ascorbic Acid
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Malic Acid
0.3
Tartaric Acid
0.3
4-Terpineol
0.3
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Maltodextrin
0.3
Saccharide Hydrolysate
0.3
Asiaticoside
0.3
Dimethyl Sulfone
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Limonene
0.3
Linalool
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Glycerin
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Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
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Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
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Viola Tricolor Extract
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Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
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Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Potassium Laureth Phosphate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Potassium Laureth Phosphate
Butylene Glycol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
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.
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower ExtractDerived from bright red hibiscus flowers, this extract contains anthocyanins (red plant pigments), antioxidant flavonoids, and high amounts of organic acids.
Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Crataegus Monogyna Flower ExtractAn extract obtained from the flowers of the hawthorn bush. It has a high content of astringent and antioxidant tannins and flavonoids.
Viola Tricolor Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Viola Tricolor ExtractAn astringent, sebum regulating, and antioxidant extract from wild pansy which contains various antioxidant flavonoids, carotenoids, saponins, as well as special cyclical proteins called cyclotides.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractA well-researched soothing, wound-healing, and promising anti-aging extract that is obtained from the leaves of the Gotu Kola.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf ExtractA fragrant tea tree leaf extract with antimicrobial, antiseptic, and antioxidant flavonoids and terpenoids.
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
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1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Coco-Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coco-GlucosideA mild cleansing and foaming agent. It can be used on its own as a gentle cleanser in a skin cleansing product or can be combined with more powerful cleansing agents, called anionic surfactants, to make them milder on the skin.
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.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
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.

Propylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA very effective yet mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconut oil.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateA coconut-derived surfactant that features gentle cleansing capabilities. This mild cleansing agent is commonly used in skin cleansing products and is especially useful in solid bar cleansers, like syndet bars.
Ascorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ascorbic Acid

Also known as vitamin C, this multi-benefit ingredient has proven anti-wrinkle, antioxidant, and anti-pigmentation efficacy. It degrades easily when exposed to air and light, so it requires proper packaging to maintain its stability.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
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.
Tartaric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tartaric AcidA less used AHA. It is mostly used as a pH adjusting ingredient and its effects on the skin are yet to be researched. Its derivatives are used in a similar manner to barrier-repairing ceramides.
4-Terpineol
Est. %0.3
Function
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4-Terpineol
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Capryloyl Salicylic AcidA derivative of salicylic acid, with bigger and more lipid-soluble molecules. This makes it more powerful and safer than salicylic acid. It is used as an exfoliating and peeling agent.
Madecassoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MadecassosideAn isolated Gotu Kola compound. It helps to increase collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and assists in wound healing.
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
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MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Saccharide Hydrolysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharide Hydrolysate
Asiaticoside
Est. %0.3
Function
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Asiaticoside

A Gotu Kola or Centella Asiatica derivative with confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Dimethyl Sulfone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethyl Sulfone
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LimoneneOne of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
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LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.