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MoisturizingGlycerin, Guaiazulene + 2 moreWorks
“The gentle yet deep pore-cleansing formula contains the brand’s exclusive agrimonia eupatoria extract to detoxify, while the specially extracted apple fruit water moisturises the skin, aiding the absorption of further BABOR skincare products.”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana water + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propylene glycol~4.4–6.7%
- 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 glycolAlcohol denat.~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.4–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilGlycerin~2.2–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinPyrus malus fruit water~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHamamelis virginiana water~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterHydroxyethylcellulose~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlcohol~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.7%
Sambucus nigra flower extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra flower extractPhenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.55%
Guaiazulene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazuleneCitric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAgrimonia eupatoria extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Lactic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidIngredient list view
Water, Propylene glycol, Alcohol denat., Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Glycerin, Pyrus malus fruit water, Phenoxyethanol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, Alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sambucus nigra flower extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Guaiazulene, Citric acid, Agrimonia eupatoria extract, Sodium benzoate, Lactic acid
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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.
| BABORCleansing Phytoactive - CombinationYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICDermalogy A-Clear Soothing Overnight Mask | Global Beauty CareHydrating Double Serum | GarnierPure Charcoal Tissue Mask - Mattifying | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $16.64 | $7.99 | $2.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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