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This face wash offers a transparent and well-formulated approach to managing acne-prone skin, but consumers should temper expectations for 'treatment' from a rinse-off product and note marketplace claim amplification.
₹299 • Analysed 13 October 2026
This face wash is well-suited for the Indian climate, particularly for those with oily or acne-prone skin, as it targets oil control and pore cleansing without heavy occlusives. The price point of Rs.349 (often discounted) is competitive for an active-focused product. While 'Acne Treatment Face Wash' on Amazon is strong, the use of Salicylic Acid as a cosmetic active for acne-prone skin is within CDSCO guidelines, and the brand's own claims are generally responsible, with the 'Dermatologically Tested' claim needing more specific details per ASCI.
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Salicylic Acid (2%) and Niacinamide (2%) are well-researched ingredients for acne and inflammation (ingredient-level evidence). No finished product clinical study details for 'fights acne' are publicly visible.
Salicylic Acid is a BHA known for its ability to penetrate oil and exfoliate within pores (ingredient-level evidence). Formula logic supports this claim for a face wash.
Niacinamide is known to help regulate sebum production (ingredient-level evidence). Salicylic Acid helps remove excess surface oil. As a rinse-off product, this is more about immediate oil removal than long-term control.
Niacinamide, Cica Extract, Allantoin, and D-Panthenol are known for their anti-inflammatory and soothing properties (ingredient-level evidence).
The formula contains multiple humectants (Glycerin, Xylitol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Betaine, D-Panthenol) and a blend of mild surfactants, supporting a non-drying cleanse.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients. INCIDecoder also confirms this.
The brand states the product is 'Dermatologically Tested'. However, no specific details of the test (methodology, sample size, duration, results) are publicly visible to substantiate specific efficacy claims.
The presence of 2% Salicylic Acid and 2% Niacinamide, both known for their benefits for acne-prone skin, supports this claim.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (19 of 29 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
Benzophenone-4: Water-soluble UV absorber
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua |
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate |
Polyacrylate-33 |
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Glycerin |
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside |
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate |
Niacinamide |
Salicylic Acid (<2% W/W) |
Sodium Hydroxide |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Xylitol |
Glucose |
Anhydroxylitol |
Phoenix Dactylifera (Date Palm) Extract |
Glyceryl Glucoside |
Betaine |
Benzophenone-4 |
Sodium Benzoate |
Cica Extract |
D-Panthenol |
Allantoin |
Xylitylglucoside |
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine |
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil |
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil |
Polysorbate 80 |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Dermatologically Tested”
The claim 'Dermatologically Tested' is made without providing specific details of the test, which can imply a level of efficacy not fully substantiated by publicly available information, per ASCI guidelines for clinical claims.
Salicylic Acid (2%) and Niacinamide (2%) are well-researched ingredients for acne and inflammation (ingredient-level evidence). No finished product clinical study details for 'fights acne' are publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Salicylic Acid is a BHA known for its ability to penetrate oil and exfoliate within pores (ingredient-level evidence). Formula logic supports this claim for a face wash.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide is known to help regulate sebum production (ingredient-level evidence). Salicylic Acid helps remove excess surface oil. As a rinse-off product, this is more about immediate oil removal than long-term control.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide, Cica Extract, Allantoin, and D-Panthenol are known for their anti-inflammatory and soothing properties (ingredient-level evidence).
Mentioned only
The formula contains multiple humectants (Glycerin, Xylitol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Betaine, D-Panthenol) and a blend of mild surfactants, supporting a non-drying cleanse.
Mentioned only
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients. INCIDecoder also confirms this.
Mentioned only
The brand states the product is 'Dermatologically Tested'. However, no specific details of the test (methodology, sample size, duration, results) are publicly visible to substantiate specific efficacy claims.
Evidence visible
The presence of 2% Salicylic Acid and 2% Niacinamide, both known for their benefits for acne-prone skin, supports this claim.
Mentioned only
The INCI list explicitly names 'Niacinamide' and 'Salicylic Acid (<2% W/W)' high in the ingredient list, supporting the claimed percentages.
Mentioned only
While Salicylic Acid is generally considered non-comedogenic, no specific finished product testing for non-comedogenicity is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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