Alpha-H Clear Skin Face and Body Wash vs No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Peptide Cleanser

Alpha-H

No7

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

A face cleanser built around Niacinamide and Panthenol, for barrier repair and hydration.

Face cleanser

19 ingredients

34 ingredients

Brand price

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

Brand price

USD 19.99 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Australia

Brand from United Kingdom

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

Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol

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 Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-94, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-95, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysorbate 20, Tribehenin
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
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 (in both products)
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 (in both products)
Emulsion Stabilising
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —
Potassium Hydroxide (in both products)
Buffering
0-1 / —
Xanthan Gum
Cleansing
0-1 / —

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Isononyl Isononanoate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
1 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Tribehenin
Emollient
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
PEG-100 Stearate
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 →
Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →
Potassium Hydroxide
Buffering
Potassium Hydroxide is the inorganic base
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Caprylyl Glycol
Deodorant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol is the diol that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol →