Works for
CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoateCan be harsh
“Pore Purifying Serum 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: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Mentha arvensis leaf 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%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCyclomethicone~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeIsononyl isononanoate~2.8–4.3%
- 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 isononanoateDipropylene glycol~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.35–0.85%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilMentha arvensis leaf extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha arvensis leaf extractGlycerin~0.55–1.35%
- 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 GlycerinCitric acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Sodium citrate~0.05–0.3%
- 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 citrateButylene glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Cyclomethicone, Isononyl isononanoate, Dipropylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Mentha arvensis leaf extract, Glycerin, Citric acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium citrate, Butylene glycol, 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.
| ALTHEAPore Purifying Serum CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | MediFlowerGrain Cleansing Water | OrbisCleansing Liquid | MAXCLINICMicellar Cleansing Water Flower Moisturizing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $15.53 | $11.37 | $20.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract | Alanine | Rosemary Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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