Name: Curology Salicylic Acid Acne Cleanser
Brand: Curology
SKU: 256436

Curology Salicylic Acid Acne Cleanser

Curology

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

6

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity-weighted ingredient penalties (daily liquid × 1.5x multiplier)
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Conservateurs (phenoxyethanol)

Skin irritation, mild sensitization potential, eye irritation, potential neurotoxicity in very high concentrations or prolonged exposure, restricted concentrations regulated in cosmetics (typically ≤1%)

Hydroxide of Sodium

Skin burns, severe eye damage, respiratory tract irritation, corrosive

Sodium C14–16 Olefin Sulfonate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential to disrupt skin barrier with prolonged use, mild sensitization possible

Cocamidopropyl Betaine Solution

Skin irritation, allergic contact dermatitis, eye irritation

Sodium Coco-PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

Potential skin irritation, allergenic reactions, not approved for food consumption

Disodium EDTA

Potential skin irritation and sensitization with topical use, environmental persistence, potential accumulation in organisms

I have a high confidence (9) in the accuracy and completeness of this ingredient list

This is not a chemical ingredient but a statement regarding confidence in ingredient list accuracy.

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative that prevents microbial spoilage and extends shelf life

Vegetable-source glycerin

Moisturizing agent, solvent for active ingredients, generally safe at typical use levels

Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Enhances foaming, conditions hair, improves product texture

Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate

Mild surfactant, biodegradable, good skin compatibility, effective emulsifier

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)

Suitable vegetarian capsule shell, inert, stable, does not interact with ingredients

Pyrithione Zinc

Antimicrobial activity, antifungal properties, helps control dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis

Polyquaternium-7

Provides conditioning and anti-static properties, improves hair manageability

Hydroxyethylcellulose Ethylhexylglycerin

Viscosity enhancement, skin conditioning, mild preservative effect

Melaleuca Alternifolia Tea Tree Leaf Oil

Antimicrobial properties, topical antiseptic

Chopped Garlic in Water

Antimicrobial properties, supports cardiovascular health, antioxidant effects, may improve immune function

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate

Mild surfactant, good emulsifying properties, biodegradable, low toxicity

Product Details

Form Factor

liquid

Exposure Route

dermal

Dilution Factor

ready_to_use

Use Frequency

daily

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