Annemarie Borlind Island Rx Therapeutic Foaming Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCera alba, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Island Rx Therapeutic Foaming Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, sorbitan oleate) 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: AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Caprylyl caprylate/caprate~6.2–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylyl caprylate/caprateGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.5–3%
- 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 oilSorbitol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCera alba~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaBeeswax~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxSilica~1.4–1.7%
Olus oil~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilC10-18 triglycerides~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateSorbitan oleate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateCetyl palmitate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilZinc oxide~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideZinc sulfate~0.45–0.65%
Lecithin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAluminum/magnesium hydroxide stearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Inulin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinAlcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acetateAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideCurculigo orchioides root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauryl laurate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl laurateMagnesium sulfate~0.25–0.45%
Magnolia officinalis bark extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilGlycine soja extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium pca~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaFructan~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camelina sativa seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilMaltodextrin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinLactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateTocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateCitric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Caprylyl caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Squalane, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sorbitol, Cera alba, Beeswax, Silica, Olus oil, C10-18 triglycerides, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Sorbitan oleate, Cetyl palmitate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Zinc oxide, Zinc sulfate, Lecithin, Aluminum/magnesium hydroxide stearate, Inulin, Alcohol, Tocopheryl acetate, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Curculigo orchioides root extract, Lauryl laurate, Magnesium sulfate, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Glycine soja oil, Glycine soja extract, Sodium pca, Fructan, Camelina sativa seed oil, Maltodextrin, Lactobacillus ferment, Ascorbyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Citric acid
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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.
| Annemarie BorlindIsland Rx Therapeutic Foaming Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | PharmacerisA - Puri-Sensilium Soothing Foam | The INKEY List CAMilk Cleanser | EveredenKids Multi-Vitamin Face Wash Fragrance Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 28% | 28% | 27% |
| Price | — | $17.99 | $19.29 | $9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 16 | 3 of 16 | 2 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Betaine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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