Works for
CleansingCocamide mea, Sodium lauroamphoacetate + 10 moreCleanses gently
“Purifying Mud Soap”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-30, cetearyl alcohol, cocamide mea, glyceryl stearate, peg-40 stearate, peg-5 cocoate, peg-8 dicocoate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium trideceth sulfate, sorbitan tristearate, stearyl alcohol, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Dmdm hydantoin, Chamomilla recutita flower oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Kaolin~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSilt~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~4.7–7%
Cocamide mea~3.6–5.3%
Dmdm hydantoin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinSodium lauroamphoacetate~2.4–3.7%
Sodium trideceth sulfate~2–3%
Propanediol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlyceryl stearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateEthylhexyl palmitate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1–1.45%
- 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 extractPropylene glycol~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlycerin~0.8–1.2%
- 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 GlycerinSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.85–1.25%
- 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 oilCeteareth-30~0.6–1.35%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholMaris sal~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salSodium lactate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateZinc oxide~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCaprylyl glycol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPanthenol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolChamomilla recutita flower oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilStearyl alcohol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateHydroxyethylcellulose~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePeg-40 stearate~0.35–0.75%
Allantoin~0.2–0.75%
- 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 AllantoinLactic acid~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acidDimethicone~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSorbitan tristearate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan tristearateXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPeg-5 cocoate~0.15–0.65%
Peg-8 dicocoate~0.15–0.55%
Peg-9~0.1–0.45%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Triclosan~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Bha~0.05–0.15%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Kaolin, Silt, Water, Cocamide mea, Dmdm hydantoin, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Propanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Ceteareth-30, Cetearyl alcohol, Maris sal, Sodium lactate, Zinc oxide, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Stearyl alcohol, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Peg-40 stearate, Allantoin, Lactic acid, Dimethicone, Sorbitan tristearate, Xanthan gum, Peg-5 cocoate, Peg-8 dicocoate, Peg-9, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Triclosan, Methylisothiazolinone, Bha, Tocopherol
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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.
| AhavaPurifying Mud SoapYOUR PRODUCT | Holy LandAzulene Soapless Soap | CeraVeHydrating Cleanser Bar | PelicanCharcoal and Clay Soap Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | $15.00 | $35.82+$20.82 | $7.99−$7.01 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 20 | 4 of 20 | 2 of 20 |
| Key difference | — | Benzophenone-4 | Ceramide Np | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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