Works for
CleansingTriethanolamine, Palmitic acid + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Foaming Original Shave Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (palmitic acid, stearic acid, triethanolamine) 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: Parfum, LimoneneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Triethanolamine~9.7–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePalmitic acid~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidIsopentane~3.4–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSorbitol~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHydrogenated polyisobutene~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneCamelina sativa seed oil~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.2–1.4%
- 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 extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1–1.2%
- 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 juice powderGlycerin~0.75–1.15%
- 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 GlycerinHydroxyethylcellulose~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCitric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Triethanolamine, Palmitic acid, Isopentane, Stearic acid, Sorbitol, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Camelina sativa seed oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Limonene
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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.
| BulldogFoaming Original Shave GelYOUR PRODUCT | Gillette FusionUltra Sensitive Hydra Gel Men's Shave Gel Twin Pack | FlamingoFoaming Shave Gel | Etude HouseEveryday Gel-to-Mousse Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 41% | 40% |
| Price | — | — | $15.27 | $30.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer | Bisabolol | Oleic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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