Works for
CleansingLauryl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl alaninate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Serenity , Calming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hydrogenated lecithin, lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoyl alaninate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Hydroxyethyl ureaWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Lauryl glucoside~7.2–10.8%
Glycerin~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium cocoyl alaninate~2.7–4.1%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerDecyl glucoside~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucoside1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Betaine~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHydroxyacetophenone~0.8–1.25%
Fructooligosaccharides~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesDipropylene glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolLaminaria japonica extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractEclipta prostrata leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Eclipta prostrata leaf extractBeta-glucan~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPolyquaternium-22~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilHydroxyethyl urea~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Tromethamine~0.05–0.2%
Disodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl alaninate, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Decyl glucoside, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Fructooligosaccharides, Dipropylene glycol, Laminaria japonica extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Beta-glucan, Hydrogenated lecithin, Polyquaternium-22, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Hydroxyethyl urea, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Disodium edta
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AcadermaSerenity - Calming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Cleansing Gel | GOOD LIGHTCosmic Dew Water Cleanser | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 33% |
| Price | $30.00 | $11.87−$18.13 | $22.00−$8.00 | $4.17−$25.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 12 | 7 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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