AXIS Quinoa One-Step Balanced Gel Cleaner
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl glutamate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“This gentle gel cleanser is a balance of gentle yet effective, giving you the best of both worlds.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl glutamate) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Humulus lupulus extract, Ocimum tenuiflorum extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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.
Perfect cleanser for the dry skin people - this doesn't even make me feel like I used a cleanser but my skin gets perfectly clean without the horrible drying feeling that can come with cleansers good enough to get your makeup off in one rinse. I love the light scent of this and that I can easily keep my eyes open to see I get every spot washed properly. I have stocked up on this as it is great value for money.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Decyl glucoside~7.9–11.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium cocoyl glutamate~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateChenopodium quinoa seed extract~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Chenopodium quinoa seed extractGlycerin~2.2–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinSodium lauroyl glutamate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateBetaine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycine soja oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilMelaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.55–1.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–1%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractHumulus lupulus extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linalool
More about Humulus lupulus extractOcimum tenuiflorum extract~0.2–0.7%
Centella asiatica extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractPrunus amygdalus dulcis fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGeranium maculatum oil~0.05–0.2%
Allantoin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Glycerin, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Betaine, Glycine soja oil, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Chlorphenesin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Humulus lupulus extract, Ocimum tenuiflorum extract, Centella asiatica extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis fruit extract, Citric acid, Geranium maculatum oil, Allantoin
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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.
| AXISQuinoa One-Step Balanced Gel CleanerYOUR PRODUCT | DieuxBaptism Gel Cleanser | TiZOGentle Amino Gel Cleanser | MelvitaOrganic Gentle Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | $14.00 | $34.00+$20.00 | $15.00+$1.00 | $18.07+$4.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | — | Threonine | Xanthan Gum |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: HoliFrog Superior Omega Gel WashDieux Skin Baptism Gel Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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