Skin Script Green Tea Citrus Cleanser

Skin Script Green Tea Citrus Cleanser

Review

Does Skin Script Green Tea Citrus Cleanser work?

Skin Script Green Tea Citrus 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
75
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
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0.3
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Water
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Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
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Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
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Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
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Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate
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Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
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Butylene Glycol
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Propanediol
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Gluconolactone
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Glycerin
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Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
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Sodium Benzoate
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Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Phenethyl Alcohol
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Alcohol Denat.
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
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Punica Granatum Extract
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Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
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Prunus Serotina (Wild Cherry) Bark Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
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Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil
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Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract
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Prunus Cerasus (Bitter Cherry) Fruit Extract
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
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Alcohol
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Epigallocatechin Gallate
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Citric Acid
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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.
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-4 CaprateA natural surfactant that softens the appearance of skin and forms oil and water mixtures.
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateAn anionic surfactant alternative to sulfates with an excellent foaming profile.
Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate
Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Est. %1.3
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.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mildly cleansing ingredient derived from coconut. It also produces the foam that tells us our soap is actually working to remove dirt and oils.
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CocoamphoacetateA naturally-derived plant-based gentle cleanser that also creates high levels of foam.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A 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.

Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GluconolactoneA PHA derived from glucose. It has exfoliating and humectant properties and acts as a penetration enhancer for other ingredients. It has also been shown to assist in the treatment of acne and the prevention of photoaging.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
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.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild surfactant with excellent foaming properties and thickening capabilities.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

An antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.

Phenethyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phenethyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that primarily serves as a preservative. Derived from the Chinese cinnamon tree, it provides broad-spectrum protection for skincare products through its antimicrobial efficacy.
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.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %0.3
Function
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Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed ExtractA potent antioxidant and emollient extract derived from grape seeds. It contains antioxidant flavonoids, tannins, proanthocyanidins, phytosterols, carotenoids, and vitamin E. It is often used in skincare products aimed at soothing and healing irritated skin.
Punica Granatum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum ExtractAn extract made from pomegranate fruit. The fleshy and juicy part of the fruit mainly contains antioxidant red pigments and polyphenols. The rinds contain large amounts of tannins, which are astringent and leave the skin feeling tightened and refreshed.
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil obtained from pomelo peels - sometimes mislabeled as grapefruit. The high limonene content is responsible for its citrusy scent. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.

Prunus Serotina (Wild Cherry) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Prunus Serotina (Wild Cherry) Bark Extract
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.

Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

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

Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil

A fragrant essential oil obtained from the flowers of sweet orange. It contains linalool, 2-phenylethanol, and limonene - which are responsible for its scent.

Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract
Prunus Cerasus (Bitter Cherry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Cerasus (Bitter Cherry) Fruit Extract
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) WaterA fragrant, astringent essential water obtained by steeping and distilling the twigs and leaves of the witch hazel plant. It leaves the skin feeling tight and refreshed after application and helps with the healing of small cuts on the skin.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Epigallocatechin GallateA bioactive compound isolated from green tea with numerous beneficial effects. It is an astringent and antioxidant and can help the skin to heal, reduce redness, and treat UV-induced damage.
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.