BIO SOURCE EXFOLIATING & CLEANSING GELÉE MICELLAIRE
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-betaine + 1 moreCan be harsh
“SOURCE EXFOLIATING & CLEANSING GELÉE MICELLAIRE”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.1–0.35%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“SOURCE EXFOLIATING & CLEANSING GELÉE MICELLAIRE”
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: Parfum, LinaloolMedium 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~40–60%
Sodium laureth sulfate~9.8–14.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium chloride~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAcrylates copolymer~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerCoco-betaine~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betainePpg-5-ceteth-20~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Glycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hydroxide~1.1–1.6%
Pumice~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Milled volcanic rock. Used as an abrasive for physical exfoliation
More about PumiceLaminaria saccharina extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractVitreoscilla ferment~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Salicylic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidParfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium chloride, Acrylates copolymer, Coco-betaine, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Pumice, Laminaria saccharina extract, Vitreoscilla ferment, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Salicylic acid, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl 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.
| BIOSOURCE EXFOLIATING & CLEANSING GELÉE MICELLAIREYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | NiveaDerma Skin Clear Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 96% | 91% | 90% |
| Price | — | $7.16 | $4.99 | $3.98 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Glyceryl Oleate | Sodium Cocoamphoacetate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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