Works for
CleansingLauric acid, Palmitic acid + 11 moreCleanses gently
“Black Clay Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl olivate, cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lauric acid, lauryl glucoside, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sorbitan olivate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishLauric acid, Beta-glucanNot delivered
“A cleansing foam infuses volcanic ash and black clay, providing an excellent cleansing power to remove dead skin cells, excess sebum, blackheads, and impurities while keeping your skin moist.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinLauric acid~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPalmitic acid~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidButylene glycol~1.9–2.3%
- 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 glycolMyristic acid~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPotassium hydroxide~1.4–1.7%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlyceryl stearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCharcoal powder~0.7–1.1%
Cetearyl olivate~0.45–0.7%
Lauryl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~0.45–0.65%
Sorbitan olivate~0.4–0.65%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium chloride~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPotassium cocoate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPumice~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Milled volcanic rock. Used as an abrasive for physical exfoliation
More about PumiceBeta-glucan~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanAcacia senegal gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumPeat water~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseMorus alba fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Lauric acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Butylene glycol, Myristic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Charcoal powder, Cetearyl olivate, Lauryl glucoside, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Sorbitan olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium chloride, Parfum, Potassium cocoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, Olea europaea fruit oil, Pumice, Beta-glucan, Acacia senegal gum, Peat water, Citric acid, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Morus alba fruit extract
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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.
| BARULABBlack Clay Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | MISSHATime Revolution Brightening Care Whipping Foam Cleanser | Pretty skinHyaluronic Cream Foam | APLBGlutathione Niacinamide Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 41% | 41% |
| Price | — | — | $10.70 | $11.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 16 | 9 of 16 | 10 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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