Works for
CleansingSodium coco-sulfate, Stearic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Its creamy foam allows it to be used as a facial cleanser as well as a mask.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl oleate, hydrogenated castor oil, palmitic acid, sodium coco-sulfate, stearic acid, sunfloweroyl methylglucamide) 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: glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Geraniol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium coco-sulfate~25–38%
Maltodextrin~6.2–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinStearic acid~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPalmitic acid~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidWater~2.2–3.4%
Hydrogenated castor oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilGlycerin~1.5–2.3%
- 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 GlycerinZea mays starch~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchSunfloweroyl methylglucamide~1.1–1.7%
Algin~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlyceryl oleate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateHydrolyzed keratin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olive oil decyl esters~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSqualene~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneButyrospermum parkii butter~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCocos nucifera oil~0.15–0.55%
- 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 oilDonkey milk~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDicaprylyl ether~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherGeraniol~0.05–0.2%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Sodium coco-sulfate, Maltodextrin, Stearic acid, Palmitic acid, Water, Hydrogenated castor oil, Glycerin, Zea mays starch, Sunfloweroyl methylglucamide, Algin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl oleate, Hydrolyzed keratin, Olive oil decyl esters, Parfum, Propylene glycol, Squalene, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cocos nucifera oil, Donkey milk, Citric acid, Dicaprylyl ether, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
| BiocyteImperfections Face Mask SoapYOUR PRODUCT | NACIFICFresh Teatree Soap | GallinéePrebiotic Cleansing Bar | AvèneXeraCalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $17.30 | $9.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 2 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil | Lactic Acid | Arginine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: XOUL Miracle Stone SoapKiehl's Ultra Facial Hydrating Concentrated Cleansing Bar
Product summary
"Biocyte - Imperfections Face Mask Soap" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 1.50% - 2.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 16.57£ in the United Kingdom.
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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.
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- 6Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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