Works for
CleansingDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine + 8 moreCan be harsh
“Algae Facial 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~9.5–11.6%
Glycereth-26~4.2–5.2%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultainePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePropanediol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDisteareth-75 ipdi~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateLaminaria ochroleuca extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Laminaria ochroleuca extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractRosa canina fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractGuaiazulene~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazuleneGlycerin~0.45–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPolysorbate 20~0.4–0.65%
Olive oil glycereth-8 esters~0.4–0.65%
Parfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPpg-26-buteth-26~0.3–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamatePeg-35 castor oil~0.3–0.5%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethanePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Bht~0.15–0.25%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ethylhexyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateLimonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 42053~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Glycereth-26, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Unknown, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Propanediol, Disteareth-75 ipdi, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Laminaria ochroleuca extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Guaiazulene, Glycerin, Acrylates copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Olive oil glycereth-8 esters, Parfum, Xanthan gum, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Sodium hydroxide, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Peg-35 castor oil, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Disodium edta, Bht, Methylisothiazolinone, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Limonene, Ci 42053
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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.
| AnthonyAlgae Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaAtoderm Ultimate Daily Nourishing Pack | Farmacy BeautyGreen Clean Gentle Creamy Cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCARERetinol Smoothing Cream Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | $36.00 | $16.96−$19.04 | $14.00−$22.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Linoleic Acid | Retinol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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