Avene Cleanance K

Advantages

Cleanance K is formulated as a daily treatment for oily skin with imperfections. Through its exfoliating, mattifying and hydrating properties, it will help eliminate pimples and blackheads.

For its 10th anniversary in 2009, with constant improvements in mind, the Cleanance K formula was optimized for even better effectiveness:

-More effective in removing imperfections and controlling oil production. Complexion becomes smoother and more even.

-A new and innovative cream-gel texture:

This light and comfortable texture offers a non shiny, non oily finish. Its lamellar structure made of liquid crystals plays a storage role for key ingredients which are released in a slow and continuous manner.

Hypoallergenic and non comedogenic.

Properties

1. Strengthened exfoliating action through the unique synergy of AHA and BHA*. The BHA concentration has been increased in this new formula in order to maximize its effectiveness.

   The advantage of this synergistic action is to work at several levels, resulting in a true peeling effect which unclogs pores.

   *AHA and BHA: Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids.

2. Lasting mattifying action using mattifying powders combined with Cucurbita pepo and, in this new formula, Vitamin B6.

3. Optimal skin hydration:
   Botanical-based emulsifier for a slow release of Cleanance K key ingredients.

   Each component of the oil phase was specifically selected to bring additional hydration while guaranteeing a non oily and non shiny finish.

4. Long-lasting soothing and anti-irritating effect:
   Naturally active Avène Thermal Spring Water provides true soothing properties that can be felt immediately.

   The combination of alpha-bisabolol and zinc gluconate strengthens this anti-irritating effect and helps in long-lasting soothing.

Indications

Cleanance K is an exfoliating and hydrating product for oily, blemish-prone skin with imperfections.

Clinical evaluations

• Usage test conducted by 27 women and 5 men with oily skin during 21 consecutive days.

  - Application once a day ( morning or evening at home) under normal use conditions.

  - Dermatological and Ophthalmological controls.

   

  Results show:

• Cosmetic qualities:
  - Easy-to-use format: 94%.
  - Nice looking: 88%.
  - Nice color: 94%.
  - Good consistency: 91%.
  - Easy to apply: 100%.
  - Satisfactory penetration time: 100%.
  - Easy make-up**: 84%.
  - Satisfactory make-up hold**: 96%.
  ** on 25 subjects.
• Effectiveness:
  After 21 days, the skin feels:
  - More supple: 88%.
  - Softer: 84%.
  - More comfortable: 81%.
  - Increased hydration: 81%.
  - Smoother: 78%.
• Under normal use conditions, Cleanance K showed good skin acceptability and very good ocular acceptability.

Composition

• Avène Thermal Spring Water: soothing, anti-irritating.

• Zinc gluconate and  Alpha-bisabolol: strengthened anti-irritating effect.

• Glycolic and Lactic acids (AHA) and Salicylic acids (BHA): exfoliating effect to unclog pores.
• Concentrated extracts of Cucurbita pepo and Vitamin B6: seboregulators.

• Hydrating and emollient ingredients: carefully selected to provide a non shiny and non oily finish, they give the new gel-cream texture comfort and lightness together with optimal hydration.

Do not use on children under the age of 3.

Do not apply around eyes or lips.

Suggestions for use

• With its slow release texture, Cleanance K is only applied once a day (morning or evening) after cleansing with Cleanance Soapless gel cleanser and drying thoroughly.

• Hydroxy acids might cause slight temporary tingling, mainly if applied to damp skin.

  Do not apply around eyes or lips.

• Make-up can be applied on top of Cleanance K. A clinical test (see Clinical evaluations section) showed that using make-up after applying Cleanance K was easy (84%) and offered good hold (96%).

• Use a suitable sunscreen.

  Do not use on children under the age of 3.