Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Potassium cetyl phosphate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cucumber Cleansing Lotion”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, potassium cetyl phosphate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Retinyl palmitate, ParfumMedium 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%
Paraffinum liquidum~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- 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 alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium cetyl phosphate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Carbomer~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.85–1.3%
- 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 acetatePotassium hydroxide~0.55–1.25%
Propylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolDipropylene glycol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSimethicone~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create nice product texture and is used as an anti-foaming agent
More about SimethiconeRetinyl palmitate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateTetrasodium edta~0.15–0.7%
Parfum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- 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 extractDenatonium benzoate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolBenzoic acid~0.05–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Paraffinum liquidum, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Methylparaben, Carbomer, Ethylparaben, Tocopheryl acetate, Potassium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Simethicone, Retinyl palmitate, Tetrasodium edta, Parfum, Sorbitol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Denatonium benzoate, Tocopherol, Benzoic acid, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
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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.
| BootsCucumber Cleansing LotionYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaSensibio Milk | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | KoseCoenRich Q10 Moist Veil Hand Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 57% | 51% |
| Price | $39.98 | $21.00−$18.98 | $34.39−$5.59 | $14.31−$25.67 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Fructooligosaccharides | Dimethicone | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains 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.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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