Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Cetyl alcohol + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Botanical Kinetics Exfoliating Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (babassuamidopropyl betaine, cetyl alcohol, lauramidopropyl betaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium stearoyl lactylate, stearic acid) 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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Botanical Kinetics Exfoliating Cleanser”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~9.8–12%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholJojoba esters~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersOrbignya oleifera seed oil~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin
More about Orbignya oleifera seed oilLauramidopropyl betaine~2–2.4%
Mangifera indica seed butter~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterStearic acid~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLycopene~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin combating sun damage. Adds a red color to the product
More about LycopeneSolanum lycopersicum seed oil~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and, due to the high linoleic acid content, can support the skin's barrier function
More about Solanum lycopersicum seed oilLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.65–1%
- 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 oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.6–0.9%
- 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 oilTocopherol~0.55–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolTourmaline~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucosamine hcl~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium myristoyl sarcosinate~1.1–1.4%
Babassuamidopropyl betaine~1–1.3%
Sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium stearoyl lactylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateSalicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~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%
Geraniol~0.1–0.2%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Magnesium sulfate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium gluconate~0.05–0.1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Jojoba esters, Orbignya oleifera seed oil, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Mangifera indica seed butter, Stearic acid, Lycopene, Solanum lycopersicum seed oil, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tocopherol, Tourmaline, Glucosamine hcl, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, Babassuamidopropyl betaine, Sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Salicylic acid, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium gluconate, 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.
| AvedaBotanical Kinetics Exfoliating CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | MarcelleULTRA GENTLE CLEANSING GEL | Peace OutBlemish Balm Cleanser | YEOUTHVitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 80% | 80% |
| Price | — | — | $20.34 | $41.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 18 | 4 of 18 | 4 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Niacinamide | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Extraction and Characteristics of Seed Kernel Oil from Mangopdfs.semanticscholar.org
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