Oil & Acne Control Face Wash
A cleansers reviewed for ingredient safety and formula logic.
- Oily and acne prone skin
- Acne prone skin
- Combination skin
- You have reactive or sensitised skin
₹249 · ₹2/ml • Analysed 5 June 2026
A BHA rinse-off cleanser with Salicylic Acid at a brand-confirmed 2% — the maximum permitted for leave-on cosmetics in India and the EU, which makes this a potent rinse-off formula. Niacinamide at a brand-confirmed 1% assists with sebum regulation and anti-inflammation. Four forms of hyaluronic acid (Crosspolymer, standard, Acetylated, and Hydrolysed) address hydration at multiple skin depths, offsetting the drying potential of the BHA. Centella Asiatica Extract (Cica) provides anti-inflammatory support. The formula uses a mild taurate-based surfactant system with Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine — less harsh than SLS/SLES alternatives. Contains CI 14720, a synthetic azo dye that may cause reactions in aspirin-sensitive individuals. Allergen Free Fragrance present.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
Score breakdown
How this product was rated across four areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyStrong43/50Salicylic Acid at 2% is the maximum concentration permitted for leave-on use; in a rinse-off format, exposure time is shorter, making this potent but appropriate for acne-prone...
Salicylic Acid at 2% is the maximum concentration permitted for leave-on use; in a rinse-off format, exposure time is shorter, making this potent but appropriate for acne-prone oily skin. Not suitable for sensitive, dry, or barrier-compromised skin without assessment. Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate and Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine are milder alternatives to SLS — less stripping and lower irritation potential. No SLS, no SLES, no parabens. CI 14720 (Red 40) is a synthetic azo dye; safe for most users but may trigger reactions in individuals sensitive to aspirin (cross-reactivity) or with known azo dye sensitivity. Contains Allergen Free Fragrance — synthetic fragrance, not fragrance-free. Disodium EDTA as chelator.
Formula DesignExcellent18/202% Salicylic Acid in a rinse-off format delivers meaningful BHA activity at the skin surface and into pores during contact time before rinsing — studies support this for reducing...
2% Salicylic Acid in a rinse-off format delivers meaningful BHA activity at the skin surface and into pores during contact time before rinsing — studies support this for reducing blackheads and superficial congestion. Niacinamide at 1% (brand-confirmed) adds anti-inflammatory and sebum-regulating support. The four-form hyaluronic acid system (standard, crosspolymer, acetylated, and hydrolysed molecular weights) is a genuine formulation differentiator: each form acts at a different hydration depth, providing comprehensive moisture support to counter BHA-associated dryness. Centella Asiatica adds calming support to offset any BHA-triggered irritation.
Claims EvidenceStrong17/20Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.
SA at 2% and Niacinamide at 1% are both brand-confirmed — good transparency. The four HA forms are disclosed but without concentrations. CI 14720 dye is listed but not called out in marketing materials as a synthetic colourant, which could be more transparent. No published clinical data. Allergen Free Fragrance inclusion is not prominently disclosed.
Ethics & SustainabilityFair5/10Cruelty-free, vegan, Indian brand.
Cruelty-free, vegan, Indian brand. No SLS or parabens. Taurate-based surfactants are more biodegradable than petrochemical alternatives. Disodium EDTA (not biodegradable) and synthetic azo dye CI 14720 are environmental considerations. Allergen Free Fragrance still a synthetic fragrance component.
Ingredient list
29 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate |
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Acrylates Copolymer |
Coco-Glucoside |
Glyceryl Oleate |
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate |
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Propanediol |
Glycerin |
Salicylic Acid |
Betaine |
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate |
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Niacinamide |
Castoryl Maleate |
Centella Asiatica Extract |
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate |
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate |
Pentylene Glycol |
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer |
Disodium EDTA |
Sodium Hydroxide |
Allergen Free Fragrance |
CI 14720 |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Consumer reviews
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
Salicylic Acid is particularly effective for oily, acne-prone skin common in India's tropical climate. The oil-soluble BHA reaches into sebum-blocked pores, making it more effective for blackheads and comedones than water-based cleansers. The 4-form HA system is especially relevant for Indian summers where BHA can cause transient dryness. Use morning or evening, not both — once daily is sufficient for most acne-prone users.
