Biologique Recherche Lait VIP O2 Milk Cleanser
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20 + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Lait VIP O2 Milk Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, laureth-7, poloxamer 188) 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Ethyl linoleate, Allantoin + 2 moreMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains ethyl linoleate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Alcohol + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Squalane~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePropylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.3–4%
- 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 triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Propylene glycol~1.7–2%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyacrylamide~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideCetyl palmitate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateGlycerin~0.9–1.1%
- 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 GlycerinTocopheryl acetate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAlcohol denat.~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.C13-14 isoparaffin~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinEthyl oleate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethyl oleate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It derives from an oleic acid. In skincare, it is used to soften the upper layer of the skin, improve the product texture and smell
More about Ethyl oleatePolyperfluoromethylisopropyl ether~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethyl linolenate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Poloxamer 188~0.55–0.8%
Laureth-7~0.5–0.75%
Hydrolyzed gelatin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideLactic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractSodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Hydrolyzed silk~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerYeast extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Embryo extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium chloride~0.35–0.65%
Vinegar~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea-lactate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.35–0.6%
- 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 acidSodium lactate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateMimosa tenuiflora bark extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSorbitol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolEthyl linoleate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Ethyl linoleateHamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extractPapain~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainMyrtus communis extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allium cepa bulb extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract (perforate St John's-wort) that might have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be used as a fragrance and be irritating
More about Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extractSerine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineUrea~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaAllantoin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinRhizobian gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
More about Rhizobian gumSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCommiphora myrrha resin extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Commiphora myrrha resin extractTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Chlorphenesin~0.15–0.25%
Thiamine hcl~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellent
More about Thiamine hclPyridoxine hcl~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclSodium salicylate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateSorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Squalane, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Propylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Cetyl palmitate, Glycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Alcohol denat., C13-14 isoparaffin, Ethyl oleate, Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl ether, Ethyl linolenate, Poloxamer 188, Laureth-7, Hydrolyzed gelatin, Niacinamide, Lactic acid, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Sodium dehydroacetate, Hydrolyzed silk, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Yeast extract, Sodium benzoate, Embryo extract, Magnesium chloride, Vinegar, Tea-lactate, Salicylic acid, Sodium lactate, Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract, Alcohol, Sorbitol, Ethyl linoleate, Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract, Papain, Myrtus communis extract, Allium cepa bulb extract, Hypericum perforatum flower/leaf/stem extract, Serine, Urea, Allantoin, Rhizobian gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Commiphora myrrha resin extract, Tocopherol, Potassium sorbate, Chlorphenesin, Thiamine hcl, Pyridoxine hcl, Sodium salicylate, Sorbic acid
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Biologique RechercheLait VIP O2 Milk CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 70% | 69% |
| Price | $38.58 | — | $7.82−$30.76 | $7.16−$31.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 18 | 5 of 18 | 4 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Ceramide As | Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 6
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