BOTANIST Botanical Face Wash Dewy Moisture
Works for
CleansingPalmitic acid, Lauric acid + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Botanical Face Wash Dewy Moisture”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hydrogenated castor oil, lauramidopropylamine oxide, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, palmitic acid, polyglyceryl-4 lauryl ether, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.7–7%
- 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 GlycerinPalmitic acid~3.4–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLauric acid~2.7–4.1%
- 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 acidStearic acid~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidHydrogenated castor oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilMelaleuca alternifolia flower/leaf/stem oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe vera leaf extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~0.5–1.15%
- 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~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.4–0.95%
- 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~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseHydroxyapatite~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide isomerate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateTremella fuciformis polysaccharide~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycosyl trehalose~0.3–0.75%
Polyquaternium-6~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-6Polyglyceryl-4 lauryl ether~0.2–0.7%
Lauramidopropylamine oxide~0.2–0.8%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~0.45–1.1%
Pentasodium pentetate~0.15–0.5%
Peg-9m~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Butylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAluminum hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideSodium citrate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCitric acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Lauric acid, Unknown, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Hydrogenated castor oil, Melaleuca alternifolia flower/leaf/stem oil, Aloe vera leaf extract, Salix alba bark extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Unknown, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Cellulose, Hydroxyapatite, Saccharide isomerate, Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide, Glycosyl trehalose, Polyquaternium-6, Polyglyceryl-4 lauryl ether, Lauramidopropylamine oxide, Unknown, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Pentasodium pentetate, Peg-9m, Biosaccharide gum-1, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum hydroxide, Sodium citrate, 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 Dewy MoistureYOUR PRODUCT | pdcPure Natural Cleansing Face Wash | CHIFURECleansing Foam | NiveaMen Deep White Oil Clear Mud Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $8.70 | $13.20 | $20.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | Lauryl Betaine | Carnitine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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