Neogen Dermalogy Canadian Clay Pore Cleanser

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Myristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.

Myristic Acid is an emulsifer and cleanser. As an emulsifer, it stabilizes a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Myristic Acid helps clean your skin by acting as a surfactant. It tends to gather oil and dirt on your skin to be easily rinsed away.

We don't have a description for Methyl Perfluoroisobutyl Ether yet.

Potassium hydroxide is commonly known as caustic potash. It is used to fix the pH of a product or as a cleaning agent in soap. In cleansers, it is used for the saponification of oils.

Sapnification is the process of creating fatty acid metal salts from triglycerides and a strong base. During this process, Potassium Hydroxide is used up and is not present in the final product.

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. 

It is a:

• Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
• Emollient, helping to soften skin
• Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
• Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 

Bentonite is an aluminium phyllosilicate clay with great absorbent properties. The name 'bentonite' comes from the area where the largest source is found: Fort Benton, Wyoming.

As a clay, bentonite is often used to absorb excess oil and provide exfoliation. It has also been shown to have some antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies show bentonite was effective at calming dermatitis from poison ivy and in diaper dermatitis of infants. Bentonite has also been shown to act as a barrier against toxic compounds on your skin.

We don't have a description for Canadian Colloidal Clay yet.

We don't have a description for Caviar Water yet.

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

• It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
• It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
• It helps improve product application.
• It has mild preservative properties.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Coptis Chinensis Root Extract is an antioxidant.

This ingredient is also called sugarcane extract. It is a moisturizing humectant and has skin soothing properties.

Similar to hyaluronic acid, sugarcane can attract moisture to your skin.

We don't have a description for Maltose yet.

We don't have a description for Carbon Dioxide yet.

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi. It hydrates the skin and helps boost your skin's natural barrier.

As an antioxidant, beta-glucan helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Aristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract is from the Maqui berry. Maqui is an edible berry from the country of Chile.

Maqui contains delphinidins, a type of antioxidant. This type of antioxidant helps fight against free-radicals from both sun and cigarette smoke. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Gardenia Florida Oil is an oil.

We don't have a description for Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract yet.

Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.

We don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Porphyra Tenera Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Fagus Sylvatica Seed Extract yet.

Dictyopteris Membranacea Extract is an antioxidant.

We don't have a description for Allium Sativum Bulb Extract yet.

Prunus Mume extract comes from the Asian plum. This plum is AKA 'plum blossom'. Plum blossom has hydrating and antibacterial properties.

Plum Blossoms are rich in nutrients, including Vitamin A, Vitamin B, and Vitamin C.

We don't have a description for Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Mirabilis Jalapa Seed Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Sepiolite yet.

Charcoal powder comes from grounded charcoal. Charcoal can originate from peat, coal, wood, coconut shell, or petroleum.

This ingredient has absorbent properties, making it great at absorbing oil.

We don't have a description for Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract yet.

This extract comes from the Cabbage Palm, AKA the Açaí berry! It has skin soothing, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties.

Acai berries are rich in antioxidants, including ferulic acid (The famous vitamin C stabilizer). Antioxidants protect your skin against damaging free-radical molecules.

Sambucus Nigra is known as the black elderberry.

Black Elderberry contains flavonoids, which are antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Morus Alba Fruit Extract is an antioxidant.

We don't have a description for Rhus Semialata Gall Extract yet.

This ingredient comes from the cinnamon tree native to southern China.

Though cinnamon has a wonderful taste, it can cause skin irritation due to its rich coumarins, cinnamaldehyde, and styrene content.

This ingredient comes from multiple species of rose.

According to a manufacturer, this ingredient contains vitamins A, C, E, and flavonoids, giving it antioxidant properties.

We don't have a description for Inonotus Obliquus Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract yet.

This ingredient is extracted from the seeds of the cocoa tree.

Cacao seeds contain antioxidants known as polyphenols. These include flavonoids, procyanidins, and epicatechins.

Coffea Arabica Fruit Extract is an antioxidant.

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract comes from grapes.

Grape extract has many skin benefits. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Antioxidants help protect skin. Proanthocyanidin have also been shown to help even out skin tone.

We don't have a description for Corthellus Shiitake Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Piper Nigrum Seed Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Acer Saccharum Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Chrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Swiftlet Nest Extract yet.

This ingredient comes from honey made by bees. It is hydrating, antibacterial, anti-aging, and skin soothing.

Honey also contains amino acids, peptides, Vitamins A, C, and E.

Sarcodon Aspratus Extract is an antioxidant.

Laminaria Japonica Extract comes from a kelp more commonly known as 'sweet kelp'. It is commonly eaten in Japan, Korea, and China.

Sweet kelp is a humectant and helps hydrate your skin. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin.

We don't have a description for Angelica Gigas Root Extract yet.

This extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

We don't have a description for Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Malva Sylvestris Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Malt Extract yet.

Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract is an antioxidant.

We don't have a description for Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Ledebouriella Seseloides Root Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Angelica Dahurica Root Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Atractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract yet.

Lilium Tigrinum Extract comes from the Lily flower native to east Asia. It is more commonly known as "Tiger Lily".

Tiger Lily contains carotenoids, an antioxidant. Carotenoids give plants a distinct orange/yellow/red colors.

Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract is from the black currant fruit.

Black currant berries contain Vitamin E and fatty acids. It can help soften the skin.

We don't have a description for Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract yet.

Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract comes from the seabuckthorn plant.

The seabuckthorn plant contains carotenoids, palmitic acid, palmitoleic acid, Vitamin C, linoleic acid, and vitamin E.

Achillea Millefolium Extract comes from the yarrow plant. Yarrow is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract comes from the cactus known as Prickly Pear. Prickly Pear extract has soothing and antioxidant properties.

The flavonoids in prickly pear help reduce inflammation. Prickly pear is also rich in polyphenols, a potent antioxidant.

Pinus Densiflora Extract is an antioxidant.

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.

This ingredient has moisturizing properties due to its components of polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains calcium, selenium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.

We don't have a description for Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract yet.

Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract is a fragrance.

Angelica Archangelica Root Extract is used to add a fragrance to products. Its scent is described as woody and herbaceous.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.

You may know Aloe to be a good sunburn reliever and inflammation reducer. This is because it contains many components that are known to help reduce irritation and itchiness. These include vitamins, amino acids, polysaccharides, and more. The high water content of aloe also helps give a cooling effect.

Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract is an antioxidant.

Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract comes from the Lotus Flower. It is rich in antioxidants.

The antioxidant properties in lotus flower come from compounds such as flavonoids.

We don't have a description for Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract yet.

This extract comes from cucumber. Cucumbers are mostly made up of water (95%), and the other 5% is composed of: vitamin C, caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids, and other minerals.

Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and hydrating properties.

We don't have a description for Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Laurus Nobilis Leaf Extract yet.

Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract comes from the witch hazel plant.

Witch Hazel is an astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial ingredient. The tannin in witch hazel has a drying effect when used on skin and constricts proteins. This helps minimize the look of large pores. The tannins present and the fragrance may be sensitizing. The catechins in witch hazel have anti-inflammatory properties while the gallic acid is antibacterial.

Citrus Junos Fruit Extract comes from the Citrus Junos tree, or the Yuzu plant.

Yuzu has many skin benefits. It contains antioxidants and a variety of Vitamins. The vitamins found in yuzu include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B5.

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract comes from the roots of the Lithospermumerythrorhizon plant, or the purple gromwell plant.

Studies show this root extract has anti-inflammatory properties and protects against oxidative stress. It also displayed UV absorption capability and protection against UV-B damage. However, it should not replace your sunscreen.

We don't have a description for Magnolia Liliflora Flower Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract yet.

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract comes from the Asian Mountain Yam. It contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Antioxidants help neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA.

Acorus Calamus Root Extract is a fragrance.

We don't have a description for Cnidium Officinale Root Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Uncaria Tomentosa Extract yet.

Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract comes from the meat of the coconut fruit. It is an emollient and skin conditioner with antioxidant properties.

Coconut fruit is naturally rich in amino acids, sugars, and nutrients including Vitamin C and small amounts of vitamin B. Malic acid can also be found in coconut fruit extract.

We don't have a description for Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Salicornia Herbacea Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract yet.

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Coral yet.

We don't have a description for Amber Extract yet.

Laminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.

Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.

Ginseng Root helps increase skin hydration, soothe skin, even out skin tone, and improve the appearance of wrinkles.

This ingredient helps improve blood circulation and oxygen flow while giving skin a boost in nutrients. Ginseng root contains both Vitamin D and B12. Both of these vitamins help boost collagen production in your skin. Collagen gives you skin the appearance of looking plump and firm.

We don't have a description for Agaricus Blazei Extract yet.

Tremella Fuciformis Extract comes from the tremella fuciformis mushroom, also known as snow mushroom or white jelly mushroom.

The snow mushroom has moisturizing and antioxidant properties.

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.