Algenist Skincare Genius Ultimate Anti-Aging Melting Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSucrose laurateCan be harsh
“Skincare Genius Ultimate Anti-Aging Melting Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that 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: Retinyl palmitate, Parfum + 1 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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C12-15 alkyl benzoate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateEthylhexyl palmitate~6.5–9.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.4–8.1%
- 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~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinWater~2.9–4.3%
Sucrose laurate~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateOlea europaea fruit oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPersea gratissima oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilChlorella protothecoides oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is unlikely to have additional benefits for the skin
More about Chlorella protothecoides oilAlgae exopolysaccharides~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Sugars produced by sea bacteria that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Algae exopolysaccharidesPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedVaccinium myrtillus seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Retinyl palmitate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateTocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.85%
- 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 acetateCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChromium oxide greens~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl benzoate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateIngredient list view
C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Sucrose laurate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Persea gratissima oil, Chlorella protothecoides oil, Algae exopolysaccharides, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil, Retinyl palmitate, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Chromium oxide greens, Benzyl benzoate
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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.
| AlgenistSkincare Genius Ultimate Anti-Aging Melting CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | RéViveMelting Cleanser / Makeup Removing Wash | Kjaer WeisCleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 37% |
| Price | — | — | $80.00 | $74.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Hexapeptide-9 | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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