Almay Biodegradable Longwear Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-4 caprate, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonateCleanses gently
“Biodegradable Longwear Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-4 caprate, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate) 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Iodopropynyl butylcarbamateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Fructose~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseGlycereth-18~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycereth-18 ethylhexanoate~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinGlycine~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineInositol~1.4–2.1%
Lactic acid~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidMaris sal~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salSea salt~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Sea saltNiacinamide~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePhysalis angulata extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.4–0.95%
Propanediol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium carrageenan~0.35–0.8%
Sodium chloride~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium citrate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium lactate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate~0.2–0.7%
Sodium pca~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolUrea~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Fructose, Glycereth-18, Glycereth-18 ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Glycine, Inositol, Lactic acid, Maris sal, Sea salt, Niacinamide, Physalis angulata extract, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Propanediol, Sodium carrageenan, Sodium chloride, Sodium citrate, Sodium lactate, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Urea, Benzyl alcohol, Citric acid, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium 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.
| AlmayBiodegradable Longwear Makeup Remover Cleansing TowelettesYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | SimpleKind Defence Anti-Bacterial Cleansing Wipes 20 wipes | OlaySensitive Calming Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 73% | 72% |
| Price | $5.49 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 2 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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