Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl glycinate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Homme Basics Line Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, lauric acid, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, triethanolamine) 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: coco-betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Linalool, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium cocoyl glycinate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinatePeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1.9–2.9%
Sodium chloride~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDipropylene glycol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLauric acid~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPotassium chloride~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc gluconate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateTriethanolamine~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineManganese gluconate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to help restore skin barrier function supporting its hydration
More about Manganese gluconateMagnesium gluconate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking
More about Magnesium gluconateCopper gluconate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.3%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Dipropylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Lauric acid, Potassium chloride, Zinc gluconate, Triethanolamine, Manganese gluconate, Magnesium gluconate, Copper gluconate, Tetrasodium edta, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Linalool, Limonene, Parfum
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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.
| BIOTHERMHomme Basics Line CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VichyPureté Thermale Gel Cleanser | La Roche-PosayToleriane Foaming Gel Double Cleanser | DiorPrestige Cleansing Micellar Mousse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | $35.00 | $13.96−$21.04 | $25.25−$9.75 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | — | Niacinamide | Polyglycerin-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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