BIOTHERM Lait de Douche Cleansing Shower Milk
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Hexylene glycol + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Lait de Douche Cleansing Shower Milk”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil + 4 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~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateHexylene glycol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolGlycerin~3.2–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinGlycol distearate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateCoco-betaine~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineCocamide mea~1.7–2%
Limonene~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilSodium chloride~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolysorbate 20~0.75–1.1%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~0.45–0.7%
Tartaric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidSalicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acidCitrus grandis seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Polyquaternium-7~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Ci 77891~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilParfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Hexylene glycol, Glycerin, Glycol distearate, Coco-betaine, Cocamide mea, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Sodium chloride, Polysorbate 20, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Tartaric acid, Salicylic acid, Citrus grandis seed oil, Polyquaternium-7, Ci 77891, Olea europaea fruit oil, Parfum, Citral, Linalool, Unknown, Citric acid
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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.
| BIOTHERMLait de Douche Cleansing Shower MilkYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | L'Oréal ParisL'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive 3-in-1 Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 77% | 75% |
| Price | — | $7.23 | — | $4.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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