ADVANCED CLINICALS Tea Tree Face Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Tea Tree Face Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, peg-150 distearate, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, polysorbate 20, ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Quantity DescriptionWhisk away pore-clogging dirt, oil and impurities with this gentle, sulfate-free cleanser.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.3%
- 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 c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePeg-150 distearate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateDecyl glucoside~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMentha piperita oil~1.3–1.6%
Oryza sativa bran extract~1.1–1.4%
Salix nigra bark extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilHelianthus annuus extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Bambusa vulgaris extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-10~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Hydroxyacetophenone~0.45–0.65%
Coco-glucoside~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleatePeg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~0.3–0.55%
Peg-12 dimethicone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~0.15–0.3%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium chloride~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-150 distearate, Decyl glucoside, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Oryza sativa bran extract, Salix nigra bark extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Helianthus annuus extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Polyquaternium-10, Hydroxyacetophenone, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Peg-12 dimethicone, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Linalool, Limonene
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| ADVANCED CLINICALSTea Tree Face CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BlissClear Genius Clarifying Gel Cleanser | GLAMGLOWGENTLEBUBBLE Cleanser | AveenoUltra-Calming Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $12.08 | $14.76 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Lauric Acid | Sarcosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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