Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Works for
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Phytogen p H balanced gel cleanser
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl glutamate) 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: decyl glucoside
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
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| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
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Key Actives
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Potential irritants
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
In theory, could reduce swelling in the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence of its efficacy
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might have antioxidant properties
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
All ingredients
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
In theory, could reduce swelling in the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence of its efficacy
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might have antioxidant properties
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
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Decyl glucoside, Glyceryl glucoside, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Laminaria japonica extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Viola mandshurica flower extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Phaseolus radiatus seed extract, Canavalia gladiata seed extract, Glycine soja seed extract, Lens esculenta seed extract, Ceratonia siliqua seed extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Betaine, Glycine soja oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Larix europaea wood extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Rheum palmatum root/stalk extract, Asarum sieboldii root extract, Quercus mongolica leaf extract, Persicaria hydropiper extract, Illicium verum fruit extract, Corydalis turtschaninovii root extract, Coptis chinensis root extract, Machilus thunbergii bark extract, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf, Unknown, Centella asiatica extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Disodium edta, Citric acid
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