Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Infused with plum water, mung bean seed extract and nourishing herbal ingredients, this multi-tasking cleanser gently exfoliates skin while providing a deep cleanse.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coconut acid, propylene glycol laurate, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Infused with plum water, mung bean seed extract and nourishing herbal ingredients, this multi-tasking cleanser gently exfoliates skin while providing a deep cleanse.”
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.
Anti-blemishCamellia sinensis leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extractNot delivered
“Inspired by traditional Korean cleansing techniques, this gentle water-based cleanser works hard to control sebum production and to reduce breakouts and acne.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Gardenia florida fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
4 of 4 community members would buy it again.
It does the job, my face feels clean afterwards but it feels slighting tight after
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Prunus mume fruit water~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultainePhaseolus radiatus seed extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateGlycerin~1.8–2.6%
- 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 chloride~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.2–1.9%
- 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 extractHouttuynia cordata extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.6–1.35%
Oryza sativa extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractPrunus mume fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus mume fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideCoconut acid~0.4–1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium isethionate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidButylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.45%
Dextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractPropylene glycol laurate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium citrate~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Prunus mume fruit water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Phaseolus radiatus seed extract, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Oryza sativa extract, Prunus mume fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Coconut acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium isethionate, Citric acid, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dextrin, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Propylene glycol laurate, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta
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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.
| Beauty of JoseonGreen Plum Refreshing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash | OleHenriksenDaily D-Clog Pore-Clearing Salicylic Acid Cleanser | CeraVeBlemish Control Cleanser + Free Anti-Blemish Concentrate | |
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| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | $10.40 | $6.00−$4.40 | $33.77+$23.37 | $12.18+$1.78 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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