Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Perfect for cleansing and refreshing your skin, BAD NORWEGIAN's Wash Face is a gentle daily cleansing scrub made from 100% natural ingredients that also doubles as a shaving cream.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, polyglyceryl-6 distearate, stearic acid, xanthan gum) 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
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Perfect for cleansing and refreshing your skin, BAD NORWEGIAN's Wash Face is a gentle daily cleansing scrub made from 100% natural ingredients that also doubles as a shaving cream.”
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Menthol, AlcoholMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Decyl glucoside~8.3–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePolyglyceryl-6 distearate~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 distearateSqualane~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideStearic acid~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDicaprylyl ether~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherJojoba esters~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersHelianthus annuus seed wax~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxAcacia decurrens flower wax~0.65–0.95%
Polyglycerin-3~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Cannabis sativa seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilXanthan gum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractMenthol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.35–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolHydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseLevulinic acid~0.25–0.45%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium levulinate~0.2–0.4%
Prunus armeniaca seed powder~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidP-anisic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilSodium phytate~0.1–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Alcohol0.001%
- 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 AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Squalane, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Stearic acid, Dicaprylyl ether, Jojoba esters, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Polyglycerin-3, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Xanthan gum, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Menthol, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Levulinic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium levulinate, Prunus armeniaca seed powder, Citric acid, P-anisic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium phytate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Alcohol
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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.
| BAD NORWEGIANWash FaceYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | HoliFrogSuperior Omega Gel Wash | NaturiumTHE PERFECTOR SALICYLIC ACID BODY WASH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | — | $12.21 | $30.98 | $6.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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