Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Experience a gentle cleanse with AHAVA Refreshing Cleansing Gel , a mild cleanser infused with Dead Sea minerals to delicately lift away makeup and impurities.”
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, decyl glucoside) 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, decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~10–12%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~5.8–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDecyl glucoside~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideHydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideBenzyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholParfum~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHexamethylindanopyran~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~1–1.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Glycerin~0.65–0.95%
- 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 GlycerinSorbic acid~0.3–0.6%
Citric acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Panax ginseng root extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractAllantoin~0.1–0.2%
- 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 AllantoinTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.15%
- 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~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Benzyl alcohol, Parfum, Hexamethylindanopyran, Linalool, Sodium benzoate, Benzoic acid, Glycerin, Sorbic acid, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Panax ginseng root extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Allantoin, Tocopheryl acetate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Maris aqua
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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.
| AhavaRefreshing Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsBasics Natural Gel Cleanser | Refillable | Summer FridaysPink Dew Gel Cleanser | DermedicCreamy Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 41% | 41% |
| Price | $27.00 | — | $15.00−$12.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Panthenol | Zinc Pca |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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