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CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“An oil-free exfoliating cleanser gel that delivers a satisfying lather removes makeup and other impurities like sweat and dirt while delivering exfoliation from bamboo buffers that are gentle enough to enjoy every day.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide, shea butteramidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“An oil-free exfoliating cleanser gel that delivers a satisfying lather removes makeup and other impurities like sweat and dirt while delivering exfoliation from bamboo buffers that are gentle enough to enjoy every day.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAcrylates copolymer~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateGlycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinBambusa arundinacea stem extract~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euphorbia cerifera wax~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Shea butteramidopropyl betaine~1.2–1.4%
Jojoba esters~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractPassiflora incarnata flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractPpg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide~0.4–0.65%
Citric acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPropanediol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Decyl glucoside~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.3–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Stearyl stearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateEthylhexyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylatePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPpg-26-buteth-26~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 42090~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Acrylates copolymer, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Glycerin, Bambusa arundinacea stem extract, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Shea butteramidopropyl betaine, Jojoba esters, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Passiflora incarnata flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide, Citric acid, Propanediol, Sodium benzoate, Decyl glucoside, Microcrystalline cellulose, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearyl stearate, Pentylene glycol, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Ci 42090
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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