Botanical Lab Neem Leaf Gentle Face Wash
Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Melia azadirachta leaf extract + 2 moreWorks well
“Formulated with Neem Leaf extract and salicylic acid, to help reduce breakouts and establish a clearer skin.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 4 moreCan be harsh
“Neem Leaf Gentle Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl 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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Leptospermum petersonii oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3.1–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.9–2.3%
- 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 crosspolymerPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPeg-60 almond glycerides~1.4–1.7%
Salicylic acid~0.75–1.1%
- 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 benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Glyceryl laurate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateLaureth-3~0.55–0.85%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAllantoin~0.4–0.6%
- 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 AllantoinDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Leptospermum petersonii oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Leptospermum petersonii oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.15%
Linalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Salicylic acid, Sodium benzoate, Glyceryl laurate, Laureth-3, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Allantoin, Disodium edta, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Sodium hydroxide, Leptospermum petersonii oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Potassium sorbate, Linalool
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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.
| Botanical LabNeem Leaf Gentle Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Hey BudDaily Hemp Gel Cleanser | Oh K!SOS Oil Balancing Mousse Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 84% |
| Price | — | $7.80 | — | $16.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil | Hamamelis Virginiana Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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