Name: Shield Labs Face Acne Wash Medical Strength
Brand: Shield
SKU: 312740
Availability: InStock
Rating: 79 (1 reviews)

Shield Labs Face Acne Wash Medical Strength

Shield Labs

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

3

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Sodium Hydroxide

Severe skin irritation, chemical burns, eye damage, respiratory irritation if inhaled as dust or mist

Propylene Glycol

Mild skin irritation possible at high concentrations, rare sensitization

Xanthan Gum

Minor gastrointestinal intolerance in high amounts, possible allergen for sensitive individuals

Water

Solvent, hydrates products, essential for biological functions

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Phytosphingosine

Supports skin barrier function, antimicrobial against Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus, anti-inflammatory signaling (NF-kB/MAPK modulation), may aid acne-prone or compromised skin

Glycolic Acid

Effective pH adjuster, promotes removal of mineral deposits and surface grime, biodegradable

Tetrasodium EDTA

Enhances stability of formulations by chelating metal ions, prevents discoloration and rancidity

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Effective cleansing and foaming agent

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming, conditioning to skin, biodegradable

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydration, skin barrier support, joint lubrication

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Ceramide EOP

Improves skin barrier function, reduces transepidermal water loss, increases skin hydration, supports management of atopic dermatitis/xerosis

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild surfactant, good emulsifying properties, biodegradable, generally safe for dermal use

Propanediol

Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Carbomer

Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations

Acrylates Copolymer

Strong adhesive properties, film forming, water resistant

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative, low volatility, less sensitizing than isothiazolinones

Ethylhexylglycerin

Enhances preservative efficacy, deodorizing properties

Product Details

Form Type

liquid

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