Aveeno Face Calm + Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 20Can be harsh
“Face Calm + Restore Nourishing Oat 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?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
I love this product but it's not for make-up removal. Can be used as a second cleanse if you have sensitive skin. I use it as a morning cleanser if I feel oily. My skin feels very hydrated after using it and it has a very slight and pleasant natural oat smell.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAvena sativa kernel flour~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourPolysorbate 20~2–3%
Chrysanthemum parthenium flower/leaf/stem juice~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~1.3–2%
Pentylene glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolZea mays starch~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium polyacrylate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateDisodium edta~0.35–0.75%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.75%
Citric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Avena sativa kernel flour, Polysorbate 20, Chrysanthemum parthenium flower/leaf/stem juice, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Zea mays starch, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium polyacrylate, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Sodium metabisulfite, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| AveenoFace Calm + Restore Nourishing Oat CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCAREVitamin C Brightening Micellar Water | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 30% |
| Price | $9.97 | $5.34−$4.63 | $14.43+$4.46 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Decyl Glucoside | Ceramide Eop | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gentle Cleansing LotionNo7 Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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