ALASTIN Skincare Ultra Calm Cleansing Cream
Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Mild, creamy cleanser that gently cleanses skin removing dirt, oil, and makeup.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate, linoleic acid, polysorbate 20, potassium olivoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, sorbitan isostearate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~3.7–4.5%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl methicone~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~2.1–2.5%
- 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 DimethiconeGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2.1%
- 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 stearatePotassium olivoyl hydrolyzed oat protein~1.5–1.8%
Stearyl glycyrrhetinate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
More about Stearyl glycyrrhetinateTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractGlycine soja sterols~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsHydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersPanthenol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolBetaine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineLinoleic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidPhospholipids~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsTocopherol~0.35–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolCeteareth-20~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Polyacrylate-13~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Polyisobutene~0.3–0.55%
Glyceryl oleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleatePolysorbate 20~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Cetearyl methicone, Dimethicone, Glyceryl stearate, Potassium olivoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Glycine soja sterols, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Panthenol, Betaine, Linoleic acid, Phospholipids, Tocopherol, Ceteareth-20, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Glyceryl oleate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Caprylyl glycol, Benzyl alcohol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid
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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.
| ALASTIN SkincareUltra Calm Cleansing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Yes toAvocado Fragrance-Free Daily Cream Cleanser | QVCeramides Moisturising Cream | Garnier Green LabsAmino-Berry Ultra Soothing Cream Cleanser with Amino Acids + Super Berry Blend | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $58.00 | $9.38−$48.62 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 19 | 6 of 19 | 4 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Persea Gratissima Oil | Mineral Oil | Threonine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SVR Sebiaclear Cleansing CreamDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Cleansing Cream
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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