SkinBetter Science Refining Foam Cleanser

SkinBetter Science Refining Foam Cleanser

Review

Results you may expect from using SkinBetter Science Refining Foam Cleanser:

SkinBetter Science Refining Foam 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
Water
6
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
4
Glycerin
3
Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate
2
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
1.5
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
1.3
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
1
Ethoxydiglycol
0.3
Magnesium Aspartate
0.3
Zinc Gluconate
0.3
Copper Gluconate
0.3
Glycolic Acid
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Malic Acid
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
0.3
Beta-Glucan
0.3
Algin
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Ethyl Macadamiate
0.3
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
0.3
Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Pentylene Glycol
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Decylene Glycol
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Sodium Magnesium Silicate
0.3
Phytic Acid
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Benzoic Acid
0.3
Sorbic 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.
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Disodium Cocoyl GlutamateA naturally-derived surfactant with gentle cleansing and some foaming ability.
Glycerin
Est. %4
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Glycerin

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

Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 CaprylateDescription is coming soon
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
Est. %2
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Lauramidopropyl BetaineDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
Est. %1.5
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Polyglyceryl-6 CaprylateDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
Est. %1.3
Function
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Polyglyceryl-4 CaprateA natural surfactant that softens the appearance of skin and forms oil and water mixtures.
Ethoxydiglycol
Est. %1
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EthoxydiglycolA type of alcohol with humectant moisturizing properties. It also acts as a solvent, since it mixes well with a variety of other compounds, including water and even some oils.
Magnesium Aspartate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Magnesium AspartateA humectant salt of aspartic acid, a common amino acid found in the body. According to the manufacturer, magnesium aspartate in skincare products supports the supply of magnesium to skin cells.
Zinc Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc GluconateOne of the most commonly used ingredients in anti-acne products. It is an organic salt of zinc that helps to combat microbial infections, soothes and heals inflamed pimples, and regulates hormones in the skin.
Copper Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copper GluconateAn organic salt of copper that can aid in the wound healing process. The manufacturer claims it also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, although this has yet to be confirmed. Copper gluconate is also a perspective anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Glycolic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.

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.
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.
Malic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
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BisabololAn anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Jojoba EstersAn occlusive moisturizing mixture of fatty acids and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil. It is also used as a formula helper.
Beta-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
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Beta-GlucanA special polysaccharide obtained from cereals, mushrooms, yeast, bacteria, and some species of seaweed. It is a promising anti-wrinkle, wound healing, antioxidant, and moisturizing ingredient.
Algin
Est. %0.3
Function
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AlginA plant-based ingredient that can form gels when added to water, so it can thicken water-based products. Algin serves as a binding agent, where it helps hold the other ingredients in the product together and prevents them from separating.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
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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.

Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
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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.

Ethyl Macadamiate
Est. %0.3
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Ethyl MacadamiateDescription is coming soon
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA very effective yet mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconut oil.
Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %0.3
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Glyceryl Caprylate/CaprateDescription is coming soon
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
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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.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
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Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
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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.
Decylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
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Decylene GlycolDescription is coming soon
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
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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.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Sodium Magnesium Silicate
Est. %0.3
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Sodium Magnesium SilicateDescription is coming soon
Phytic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Phytic AcidPhytic acid is found in rice and is seen as a cousin of alpha-hydroxy acids. As a chelator, it can bind to certain metals that may cause discoloration in products or reduce the efficacy of other ingredients.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
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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.
Benzoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Benzoic AcidA preservative effective against fungi, yeast, and some bacteria. It is commonly paired with phenoxyethanol to create a broad spectrum preservation system. Benzoic acid can also serve as a pH adjuster, fragrance, and bulking agent.
Sorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Sorbic AcidAn organic acid that can be naturally found in the berries of the Mountain ash, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It is used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent, protecting a skincare product from spoiling.