Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Zinc coceth sulfate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“With naturally-sourced granules derived from seaweeds and plants, it exfoliates while cleansing.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, xanthan gum, zinc coceth sulfate) 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: ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.35–0.65%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Dead Sea Mineral Body Exfoliator”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Stearyl stearate~7.1–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~6.5–7.9%
Propanediol~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolZinc coceth sulfate~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works are a cleansing agent. Might deposit small quantities of zinc onto the skin after cleansing that might be somewhat helpful for acne-prone skin but conclusive research is missing
More about Zinc coceth sulfatePvp~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpCocamidopropyl betaine~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePhytelephas aequatorialis seed powder~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolJojoba esters~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersXanthan gum~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateGellan gum~0.65–0.95%
Candelilla cera~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLithothamnion calcareum powder~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Polyquaternium-7~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Lactic acid~0.35–0.65%
- 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 acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCi 73360~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Ci 42090~0.2–0.35%
Allantoin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPanthenol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.25%
- 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 juiceMaris aqua~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Stearyl stearate, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Propanediol, Zinc coceth sulfate, Pvp, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Phytelephas aequatorialis seed powder, Phenoxyethanol, Jojoba esters, Xanthan gum, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Gellan gum, Candelilla cera, Sodium chloride, Parfum, Lithothamnion calcareum powder, Polyquaternium-7, Potassium sorbate, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Ci 73360, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 42090, Allantoin, Panthenol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Maris aqua
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| Match | — | 52% | 48% | 48% |
| Price | $36.00 | $1.51−$34.49 | $8.00−$28.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Glycolic Acid | Cholesterol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| 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.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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