Works for
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol + 14 moreCleanses gently
“Renewal Refining Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, coco-glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl laurate, glyceryl stearate citrate, linolenic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, xanthan gum) 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: coco-glucoside
ExfoliationPolylactic acid, Lactic acidNot delivered
“Burt's Bees Renewal Refining Cleanser includes a hibiscus and apple rejuvenating complex infused with wrinkle smoothing White Hibiscus and intensively hydrating apple, locking moisture inside the skin to plump up cells and help visibly tighten the skin's surface.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with polylactic acid, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.1–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholPolylactic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
More about Polylactic acidPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.8–2.2%
Sodium lauroyl glutamate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateStearic acid~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilParfum~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCetearyl alcohol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateIsoamyl laurate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateCocos nucifera oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilGlyceryl laurate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateRosa damascena flower extract~0.3–0.6%
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCitrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractLens esculenta fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking
More about Lens esculenta fruit extractScutellaria alpina flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trifolium pratense leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Poria cocos extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phragmites communis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCrambe abyssinica seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Crambe abyssinica seed oilTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycyrrhizateRibose~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateZea mays starch~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCoco-glucoside~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl caprylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateArginine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineLinoleic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidLactic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidLinolenic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidOleic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidPalmitic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidGlycine soja oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilSclerotium gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumSodium lactate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium citrate~0.15–0.25%
- 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 citrateSodium pca~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEugenol~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Polylactic acid, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Stearic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Parfum, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Isoamyl laurate, Cocos nucifera oil, Glyceryl laurate, Rosa damascena flower extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Scutellaria alpina flower/leaf/stem extract, Adansonia digitata fruit extract, Trifolium pratense leaf extract, Poria cocos extract, Phragmites communis extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Tocopherol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Ribose, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Zea mays starch, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Xanthan gum, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl caprylate, Arginine, Linoleic acid, Lactic acid, Linolenic acid, Citric acid, Oleic acid, Palmitic acid, Glycine soja oil, Sclerotium gum, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Sodium pca, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Eugenol
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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 BeesRenewal Refining CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BulldogOriginal Face Scrub | Garnier Green LabsAmino-Berry Ultra Soothing Cream Cleanser with Amino Acids + Super Berry Blend | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $10.97 | $4.84−$6.13 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 26 | 7 of 26 | 10 of 26 |
| Key difference | — | Camelina Sativa Seed Oil | Threonine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruitssciencedirect.com
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