Works for
CleansingSodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“In Two Minds Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coconut acid, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polysorbate 80, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.35%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“A potent blend of botanical extracts such as antibacterial rosemary and anti-inflammatory witch hazel work alongside sage leaf to help protect the skin, while salicylic acid gently exfoliates to help unclog pores and promote healthy cell turnover.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.35%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“A potent blend of botanical extracts such as antibacterial rosemary and anti-inflammatory witch hazel work alongside sage leaf to help protect the skin, while salicylic acid gently exfoliates to help unclog pores and promote healthy cell turnover.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Lavandula angustifolia 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%
Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate~10–13%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultainePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSorbitol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHamamelis virginiana water~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium chloride~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~0.9–1.1%
Polysorbate 80~0.65–1%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium gluconate~0.5–0.7%
Ormenis multicaulis oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSalicylic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidCoconut acid~0.3–0.55%
Salvia officinalis oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzoic acid~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolLinalool~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, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sorbitol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Polysorbate 80, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Sodium dehydroacetate, Sodium gluconate, Ormenis multicaulis oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citric acid, Salicylic acid, Coconut acid, Salvia officinalis oil, Benzoic acid, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene
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| AesopIn Two Minds Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaClear & Defend Facial Wash | The INKEY List CASalicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser | OleHenriksenDaily D-Clog Pore-Clearing Salicylic Acid Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 90% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | — | $4.95 | $15.00 | $33.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Allantoin | Betaine Salicylate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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