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Ahava Time to Clear All in One Toning Cleanser
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Ahava Time to Clear All in One Toning Cleanser

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium
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Works for

Cleansing
Isohexadecane, Sodium lauroyl glutamate + 2 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Time to Clear All in One Toning Cleanser”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (isohexadecane, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium lauroyl glutamate, trideceth-9) 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.

IsohexadecaneEffect: HighImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent~9.1–11.1%
Sodium lauroyl glutamateEffect: HighUsed as a cleansing agent. It creates foam~1.8–2.2%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~1.2–1.5%
Trideceth-9Effect: High~0.65–1%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
2 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Parfum
Medium risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Hamamelis virginiana waterA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~1.9–2.3%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.75–1.1%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Zea mays starchUsed to thicken the product's consistencyMedium~2.8–3.5%est.
Sodium lauroyl glutamateUsed as a cleansing agent. It creates foamMedium~1.8–2.2%est.
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.2–1.5%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.45–0.65%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
1 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Zea mays starchUsed to thicken the product's consistency3/5~2.8–3.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Isohexadecane~9.1–11.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent

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Cyclomethicone~4.7–5.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer

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Propanediol~3.5–4.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Zea mays starch~2.8–3.5%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Mattifying

Used to thicken the product's consistency

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Derived
Not recognized
Glycol~2.4–2.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Hamamelis virginiana water~1.9–2.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

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Sodium lauroyl glutamate~1.8–2.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam

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Phenyl trimethicone~1.7–2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture

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Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.2–1.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Propylene glycol~0.75–1.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Trideceth-9~0.65–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Aminomethyl propanol~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the pH in formulations

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Glycerin~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Allantoin~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-blemishReduces rednessExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Parfum~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Maris aqua~0.25–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Sea water. Helps dissolve other ingredients in a product

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Dead
Not recognized
Sea water~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water

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Dunaliella salina extract~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrogenated polydecene~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Ingredient list view

Water, Isohexadecane, Cyclomethicone, Propanediol, Zea mays starch, Unknown, Glycol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Phenyl trimethicone, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Propylene glycol, Trideceth-9, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Aminomethyl propanol, Glycerin, Allantoin, Parfum, Potassium sorbate, Maris aqua, Unknown, Sea water, Dunaliella salina extract, Hydrogenated polydecene, Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Amended Safety Assessment of PEGylated Oils as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
  2. 2
    Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  5. 5
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  6. 6
    Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoinscielo.br
Ahava Time to Clear All in One Toning Cleanser
AhavaTime to Clear All in One Toning Cleanser
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