Oil & Acne Control Face Wash

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.

MOSTLYCLEAN

Mostly Clean

Best for

Oily and acne prone skin
Acne Prone Skin
Combination skin

Avoid if

You have reactive or sensitised skin
You have sensitive or eczema-prone skin

₹249 · ₹2/ml • Analysed 11 June 2026

India Context

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.

Key Ingredients

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate•Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine•Cocamidopropyl BetaineView all ingredients

MOSTLYCLEAN

Compare

Buy Now

Check brand website

Ingredient & Safety

Formula Logic

Public Claim Support

Transparency

Consumer Clarity

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

✓Alcohol free

✓Paraben free

What was checked

3 claims checked against public evidence

Strong

2% Salicylic AcidVerified

Brand-confirmed; consistent with INCI position and max OTC concentration.

Published evidence

1% NiacinamideVerified

Brand-confirmed; complementary sebum-regulating mechanism to SA.

Published evidence

Fragrance-free / suitable for sensitive skinNot found

Contains Allergen Free Fragrance (synthetic) and CI 14720 azo dye - not appropriate for the most sensitive skin.

Not found

Verified: confirmed from public evidenceSupported: consistent with available evidenceNeeds context: relevant for some usersNot verified: could not be confirmed

The breakdown

Mostly credible with gaps

Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.

Ingredient Safety

Strong

Salicylic Acid at 2% in a rinse-off format is potent but appropriate for acne-prone oily skin - the shorter contact time reduces irritation versus leave-on.

Salicylic Acid at 2% in a rinse-off format is potent but appropriate for acne-prone oily skin - the shorter contact time reduces irritation versus leave-on. Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate and Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine are milder alternatives to SLS. No SLS, no SLES, no parabens. CI 14720 (Red 40) is a synthetic azo dye - safe for most users but cross-reactive in aspirin-sensitive individuals. Allergen Free Fragrance is present. Disodium EDTA as chelator.

Formula Logic

Strong

2% Salicylic Acid delivers meaningful BHA activity into pores during rinse-off contact time - studies support anti-blackhead and congestion-clearing efficacy.

2% Salicylic Acid delivers meaningful BHA activity into pores during rinse-off contact time - studies support anti-blackhead and congestion-clearing efficacy. 1% Niacinamide (brand-confirmed) adds sebum-regulating and anti-inflammatory support. The four-form hyaluronic acid system (standard, crosspolymer, acetylated, and hydrolysed) is a genuine formulation differentiator addressing hydration at multiple skin depths, directly countering BHA-associated dryness. Centella Asiatica adds calming support.

Claims Evidence

Strong

Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.

Salicylic Acid at 2% and Niacinamide at 1% are both brand-confirmed on the product page - good transparency for a rinse-off active formula. The four HA forms are disclosed but not individually quantified. CI 14720 azo dye is listed but not called out in marketing materials. Allergen Free Fragrance not prominently disclosed.

Test Transparency

Grade CFair

No published clinical data for this specific formula.

No published clinical data for this specific formula. 2% SA and 1% Niacinamide concentrations are disclosed. Salicylic acid's anti-acne mechanism in rinse-off format is established in dermatological literature, though not specific to this product.

Consumer Clarity

Strong

2% Salicylic Acid and 1% Niacinamide are clearly communicated.

2% Salicylic Acid and 1% Niacinamide are clearly communicated. The four-form HA system is highlighted on the product page as a differentiator. CI 14720 azo dye is not called out in consumer-facing materials. Allergen Free Fragrance not explained as synthetic fragrance.

Ingredient list

29 ingredients · INCI order

Strong

SafeNoteCaution

Ingredient	What it does
Aqua	Solvent base
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate	Mild anionic taurate surfactant (coconut-derived), gentler than SLS
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine	Amphoteric surfactant, mild, low irritation risk
Cocamidopropyl Betaine	Amphoteric surfactant, foam booster, low irritation
Acrylates Copolymer	Polymer thickener
Coco-Glucoside	Sugar-derived surfactant, gentle, biodegradable
Glyceryl Oleate	Coconut-derived emollient co-emulsifier
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate	Coconut-derived co-emulsifier; PEG compound, low concern at cosmetic concentrations
Propanediol	Plant-derived humectant
Glycerin	Humectant
Salicylic Acid	BHA, brand-confirmed 2%; oil-soluble pore-clearing; maximum OTC concentration for leave-on use
Betaine	Osmolyte humectant, calming
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate	Mild anionic surfactant, creamy conditioning lather
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate	Amino acid-derived surfactant, very mild
Phenoxyethanol	Preservative, within EU/India 1% limit
Ethylhexylglycerin	Preservative booster
Niacinamide	Brand-confirmed 1%; sebum regulation, anti-inflammatory, acne support
Castoryl Maleate	Castor-derived emollient, conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract	Cica, anti-inflammatory and barrier-calming
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer	High molecular weight crosslinked HA, long-lasting surface hydration
Sodium Hyaluronate	Standard HA, surface hydration
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate	Acetylated HA, more lipophilic - improved adherence to skin surface
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate	Low molecular weight HA, penetrates past stratum corneum for deeper hydration
Pentylene Glycol	Humectant and mild preservative booster
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer	Polymer thickener
Disodium EDTA	Chelating agent; not a biodegradable alternative
Sodium Hydroxide	pH adjuster
Allergen Free Fragrance	Synthetic fragrance blend excluding EU sensitising allergens; not fragrance-free
CI 14720	Synthetic azo dye (Red 40); may trigger reactions in aspirin-sensitive individuals

INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).

Regulatory screen

Each ingredient mapped against 10 global regulatory authorities

Clear

EU 1223/2009EU Cosmetics Regulation - Annexes II–VI

No banned substances; Allergen Free Fragrance formulated to exclude 26 EU-listed allergens per Regulation 2023/1545

India CR 2020India Cosmetics Rules, CDSCO

No flagged substances

Health Canada HotlistCanada prohibited & restricted ingredients

No flagged substances

US FDA 21 CFRUS FDA Parts 700–740

No flagged substances

MFDS KoreaKorea Cosmetics Act

No flagged substances

ECHA SVHCSubstances of Very High Concern

No flagged substances

IARCCarcinogen classifications Groups 1/2A/2B

No flagged substances

AICIS AustraliaAustralian industrial chemical safety

No flagged substances

TGA AustraliaTherapeutic claims (if applicable)

No flagged substances

Canada NHPIDNatural health product ingredients

No flagged substances

Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.

Claims checked

2 of 3 publicly supported

Strong

2% Salicylic AcidPublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; consistent with INCI position and max OTC concentration.

Evidence visible

1% NiacinamidePublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; complementary sebum-regulating mechanism to SA.

Evidence visible

Fragrance-free / suitable for sensitive skinNot publicly supported

Contains Allergen Free Fragrance (synthetic) and CI 14720 azo dye - not appropriate for the most sensitive skin.

Missing

What would strengthen this review

Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps

○CI 14720 azo dye not disclosed in consumer-facing materials
○Four-form HA system - individual concentrations not disclosed
○No published formula-specific clinical trial
○Allergen Free Fragrance not explained as synthetic fragrance component

About this review

A well-formulated BHA cleanser with dual confirmed actives and a sophisticated four-form hyaluronic acid hydration system. The 2% SA + 1% Niacinamide combination is appropriate for Indian oily-acne skin. The CI 14720 azo dye serves no skin benefit and introduces allergen risk for sensitive users.

Are you the brand? If you have published test data or want to request a re-review, write to us at hello@thecleansheet.in.

Independent reviewPublic evidence only

Full methodology