4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser vs ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads scores 8.5/9.8 vs 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser at 6.8/9.8. ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Balancing Foam Cleanser
Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads
Score comparison
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
4TEENS WINSIrritation Risk
ALPYN WINSActive Ingredient Strength
ALPYN WINSIngredient Transparency
4TEENS WINSFormulation Safety
ALPYN WINSIngredient face-off
17% overlapOnly in 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser
25 unique
Shared ingredients
7 in common
Only in ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads
34 unique
Why ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads comes out ahead
Where ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.0 compared to 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser's 2.5. Its formula features Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, and Lactic Acid in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser scores 8.2 here versus 5.8 for ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads brings Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, and Lactic Acid as actives, while 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser relies on Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Honey Extract, and Tocopherol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads comes in at mid-range pricing with a 8.5 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser or ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads?
Based on ingredient analysis, ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser and ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between 4TEENS Balancing Foam Cleanser and ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.