Alpha-H Clear Skin Face and Body Wash vs Humane Acne Wash 5

Alpha-H

Humane

A face cleanser built around Niacinamide and BHA, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A face cleanser built around Benzoyl peroxide and PHA, for hydration and fighting acne.

Face cleanser

19 ingredients

7 ingredients

Brand price

AUD 44.95 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Australia

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At a Glance

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BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Benzoyl peroxide1
An antibacterial acne treatment that kills C. acnes.
Benzoyl Peroxide

Hydrating1
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Niacinamide, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Smoothing3
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Caprylyl Glycol, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
May Worsen Irritation4
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema4
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea4
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion Stabilising
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Potassium Hydroxide
Buffering
0-1 / —
Xanthan Gum
Cleansing
0-1 / —

Benzoyl Peroxide
Oxidising
0 / —
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Acne Fighting
Water
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Sodium Benzoate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —

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