Ingredient

Soap (myristate)

On labels: Potassium Myristate

Rich-foaming soap base used in many Asian foam cleansers.

What it does

Cleanses · Foams

Evidence

Evidence: Moderate · Some good studies; results vary from person to person.

Often chosen for

Oily, shiny skin

Skin types

Oily

Typical amount

5-30% in a formula

Best time

Morning or evening