Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Balancing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, glycol distearate, polysorbate 80, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~5.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycol distearate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateSodium cocoyl isethionate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium hyaluronate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCitric acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolysorbate 80~0.25–0.45%
Polyacrylate-1 crosspolymer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycol distearate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium hyaluronate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citric acid, Polysorbate 80, Polyacrylate-1 crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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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 RxBalancing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skin ActivesGentle Cream Face Cleanser | NaturiumBenzoyl Peroxide Cream Cleanser 5% | GLAMGLOWGENTLEBUBBLE Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | — | $14.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Astaxanthin | Acetyl Glucosamine | Lauric Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | 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 Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 2
- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
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