Alchimie Forever Gentle Cream Cleanser
Works for
CleansingC12-20 alkyl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 laurateCleanses gently
“Gentle Cream Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-20 alkyl glucoside, polyglyceryl-6 laurate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosa centifolia flower extract, Malva sylvestris flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isononyl isononanoate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.8–5.6%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinC14-22 alcohols~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsRosa centifolia flower extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractMalva sylvestris flower extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance
More about Malva sylvestris flower extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractTocopheryl acetate~0.85–1.25%
- 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 acetateSodium phytate~0.5–1.15%
Glucose~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseC15-19 alkane~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about C15-19 alkaneSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosidePolyglyceryl-6 laurate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 lauratePolyglycerin-6~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-6Citric acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzoic acid~0.1–0.35%
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Isononyl isononanoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, C14-22 alcohols, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Malva sylvestris flower extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium phytate, Glucose, C15-19 alkane, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 laurate, Polyglycerin-6, Citric acid, Chlorphenesin, Benzyl alcohol, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum
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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.
| Alchimie ForeverGentle Cream CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | AlumierMD UKSensiCalm | BulldogSensitive Skin Moisturiser | Perricone MDCold Plasma Plus+ Daily Detox Clay Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | $43.00 | $50.26+$7.26 | $4.75−$38.25 | $29.00−$14.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
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