Australian Bodycare Shave Gel Men
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MoisturizingGlycerin, Propylene glycolWorks
“The moisturising formula reduces redness, irritation and razor bumps that commonly occur after shaving.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, propylene glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Alcohol denat.Medium 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~40–60%
Glycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCeteareth-20~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Propylene glycol isostearate~1.9–2.9%
4-terpineol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilTasmannia lanceolata fruit extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Carbomer~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium citrate~0.3–0.7%
- 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 citrateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.5%
Alcohol denat.~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Ceteareth-20, Propylene glycol isostearate, 4-terpineol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit extract, Carbomer, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Alcohol denat., Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Australian BodycareShave Gel MenYOUR PRODUCT | Charles + LeeShave Gel | EosFrangrance Free Sensitive Skin Shave Cream | evolutionofsmoothSensitive Skin Shave Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $14.93 | — | $2.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Colloidal Oatmeal | Colloidal Oatmeal |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Hawkins & Brimble Shaving CreamM. Skin Care Protect Pre-Shave Oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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