Burt's Bees Micellar Cleansing Towelettes - 30 Count
Works for
CleansingSorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymerCan be harsh
“Infused with Honey Extract and Australian White Cypress Oil, the pre-moistened face wipes gently eliminate dirt, makeup and excess oil without harsh rubbing or rinsing.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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 · Lactic acidWorks 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: lactic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, LimoneneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Pentylene glycol~6.3–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMel extract~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Callitris columellaris leaf/twig oil~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Used as a cleansing agent
More about Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymerGlycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- 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, Pentylene glycol, Mel extract, Callitris columellaris leaf/twig oil, Lactic acid, Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, Glycerin, Alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, 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.
| Burt's BeesMicellar Cleansing Towelettes - 30 CountYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaMed Ultra Sensitive Cleansing Foam | SanexZero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel | DoveBaby Dove Wipes Rich Moisturiser 50 Wipes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | — | $4.69 | $1.53 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Linoleic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 3
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