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BIO SOURCE Self Foaming Cleanser
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BIO SOURCE Self Foaming Cleanser

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium
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Works for

Cleansing
Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, Poloxamer 184 + 3 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“SOURCE Self Foaming Cleanser”
Source: Biotherm CA

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, poloxamer 124, poloxamer 184, polysorbate 80) 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.

Peg-7 caprylic/capric glyceridesEffect: High~4.7–7.1%
Poloxamer 184Effect: High~3.3–5%
Poloxamer 124Effect: High~2.4–3.6%
Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesEffect: HighHelps dissolve other ingredients~1.9–2.9%
Polysorbate 80Effect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~1.6–2.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Parfum
Medium risk
We flagged 4 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Polyaminopropyl biguanideA preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to itHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.01–0.1%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.5–1%est.
Tetrasodium edtaHelps to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.85–1.25%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides~4.7–7.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Poloxamer 184~3.3–5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Poloxamer 124~2.4–3.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.9–2.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps dissolve other ingredients

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Polysorbate 80~1.6–2.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Tetrasodium edta~0.85–1.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to stabilize the product formulation

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Polyaminopropyl biguanide~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it

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Lactobacillus ferment~0.4–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationReduces irritation

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative

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Magnesium pca~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Copper pca~0.15–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Zinc pca~0.15–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

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Vitreoscilla ferment~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Manganese gluconate~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might be able to help restore skin barrier function supporting its hydration

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Parfum~0.01–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

Water, Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, Poloxamer 184, Poloxamer 124, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Polysorbate 80, Sodium benzoate, Disodium edta, Tetrasodium edta, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Lactobacillus ferment, Magnesium pca, Copper pca, Zinc pca, Vitreoscilla ferment, Manganese gluconate, Parfum

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Contact allergy to polyhexamethylene biguanide (polyaminopropyl biguanide)pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    The effect of probiotics on immune regulation, acne, and photoagingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Comparison of clinical and histological effects between lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa and tea tree oil for the treatment of acne: an eight-week double-blind randomized controlled split-face studyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
  5. 5
    Zinc L-pyrrolidone carboxylate inhibits the UVA-induced production of matrix metalloproteinase-1 by in vitro cultured skin fibroblasts, whereas it enhances their collagen synthesisonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  6. 6
    Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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