Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Botanical Face Wash Balance Care”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate se, glycol distearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, peg-60 glyceryl isostearate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearic acid) 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidStearic acid~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Peg-32~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Peg-6~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Lauric acid~1.5–1.8%
- 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 acidDiglycerin~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinPeg-60 glyceryl isostearate~0.95–1.2%
Glycosyl trehalose~0.75–1.15%
Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlyceryl stearate se~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seSodium lauroamphoacetate~0.8–1.15%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractSalix alba bark extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCynara scolymus leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateCellulose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseHydroxyapatite~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycol distearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePolyquaternium-7~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Beeswax~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxKaolin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSilica~0.3–0.55%
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideTrisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Tetrasodium edta~0.1–0.25%
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolTocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Peg-32, Peg-6, Lauric acid, Diglycerin, Peg-60 glyceryl isostearate, Glycosyl trehalose, Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate, Dipropylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate se, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Unknown, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Salix alba bark extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Unknown, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Cellulose, Hydroxyapatite, Glycol distearate, Polyquaternium-7, Beeswax, Kaolin, Silica, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Trisodium edta, Tetrasodium edta, Butylene glycol, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Parfum
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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.
| BOTANISTBotanical Face Wash Balance CareYOUR PRODUCT | ReFaCREAM WASH | ShiseidoSenka All Clear Double W | KoseSoftymo Washing Foam - 3 Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $68.00 | $13.70 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 17 | 8 of 17 | 8 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Hydrolyzed Collagen |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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