Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads scores 8.5/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.2) and formulation safety (8.9).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Holds the formula together
Holds the formula together
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads stand out
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads is an excellent cleanser with an overall score of 8.5/9.8. Positioned in the mid-range bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Cetearyl Alcohol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.2).
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
Key ingredients
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract
Works on your skin — #12 in the INCI list
- ✶Lactic Acid
Works on your skin — #13 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
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41 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin8
- Formula balancers8
- Softens and smooths8
- Other ingredient4
- Holds the formula together4
- Keeps the product fresh4
- Draws in moisture3
- Added scent2