Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar”
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 isethionate, 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium cocoyl isethionate~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateZea mays starch~11–17%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchWater~5.4–8%
Glycerin~3.4–5%
- 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 GlycerinDecyl glucoside~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideOlea europaea fruit oil~2.3–3.5%
- 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 oilCocos nucifera oil~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilXanthan gum~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSesamum indicum seed powder~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.3–0.7%
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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~0.1–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Zea mays starch, Water, Glycerin, Decyl glucoside, Olea europaea fruit oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sesamum indicum seed powder, Oryza sativa bran extract, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol
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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 JoseonLow pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing BarYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Multi-Peptide Advanced Body Wash | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | Josie MaranEveryBODY Wash Now! Moisture Mousse All-Over Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $13.23 | $12.37 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Agran Oil |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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