Agent Nateur Holi Wash - Lactic Acid Brightening Cleanser
Works for
CleansingXanthan gum, Sodium cocoamphoacetate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Holi Wash - Lactic Acid Brightening Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, xanthan gum) 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.
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.45–1%Under-dosed
“Acid Wash exfoliates without irritation to brighten dull skin, refine texture and reduce the look of blemishes.”
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-blemishAloe barbadensis leaf juiceNot delivered
“Acid Wash exfoliates without irritation to brighten dull skin, refine texture and reduce the look of blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Alcohol + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Lavandula angustifolia flower water~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- High
Water~12–18%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinXanthan gum~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium cocoamphoacetate~2.4–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateAlcohol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPaeonia officinalis root extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceLavandula angustifolia oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilLactic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidLauryl glucoside~0.45–1%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroacetic acid~0.01–0.1%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Water, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Alcohol, Paeonia officinalis root extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Lactic acid, Lauryl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, 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.
| Agent NateurHoli Wash - Lactic Acid Brightening CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaMed Ultra Sensitive Cleansing Foam | GallinéeFoaming Facial Cleanser | EucerinUrea Plus Shower Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | — | $4.69 | $13.15 | $10.57 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Arginine | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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