Aurelia Limited Edition Cleansing Cult Favourites
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Cocoglycerides + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Our sulphate free, creamy cleanser, used alongside our muslins, removes makeup and grime from the day effortlessly, all without stripping the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, cocoglycerides, glyceryl stearate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, xanthan gum) 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: cocoglycerides
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil + 12 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateCetearyl alcohol~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlycerin~3.1–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinCocoglycerides~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesButyrospermum parkii butter~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterGlyceryl stearate~1.6–2%
- 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 stearateCetearyl glucoside~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideRhus verniciflua peel wax~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterKigelia africana fruit extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractAdansonia digitata fruit extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactose~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about LactoseLactis proteinum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bifida ferment lysate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateSchinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acetateCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydroxyacetophenone~0.25–0.45%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCannabis sativa seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilTriticum vulgare germ oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilOlea europaea fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSchinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrullus lanatus seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilKigelia africana fruit extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acetateLimonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalCitral~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Cocoglycerides, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl glucoside, Rhus verniciflua peel wax, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Kigelia africana fruit extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Adansonia digitata fruit extract, Lactose, Lactis proteinum, Bifida ferment lysate, Schinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil, Panthenol, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Xanthan gum, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Limonene, Linalool, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Schinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Punica granatum seed oil, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Kigelia africana fruit extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citral
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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.
| AureliaLimited Edition Cleansing Cult FavouritesYOUR PRODUCT | VotarySuper Sensitive Cleansing Cream | BeautycounterCounterstart Cococream cleanser | Ranavat BotanicsCrème Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $73.53 | — | $18.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 15 | 8 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 38 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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- 6Bifidobacterium longumlysate, a new ingredient forreactive skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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