Works for
CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium palm kernelate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“A set containing a Carbon Theory cleanser and moisturiser.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, sodium palm kernelate, sodium palmate, stearic acid, 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.
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
“Featuring the Cleansing Bar, the daily cleansing soap that broke the internet for its acne-clearing powers, this charcoal-enriched soap helps to draw out bacteria and calm the skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium palmate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium palm kernelate~8.1–12.1%
Water~4.8–7.1%
Glycerin~3.2–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinCharcoal powder~2.7–4%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilButyrospermum parkii butter~2–3%
- 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 butterSodium citrate~1.4–2.2%
- 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 citrateTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium chloride~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidWater~0.6–1.4%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.9–1.4%
- 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 alcoholPolysorbate 60~0.55–1.3%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- 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 oilGlycerin~0.55–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–1.3%
- 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 butterPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPhenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Stearic acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidZinc oxide~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideXanthan gum~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAllantoin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinWater~0.2–0.75%
Glycerin~0.3–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed silk~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- 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 oilSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCucumis melo fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Cucumis melo fruit extractFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractHippophae rhamnoides extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilIngredient list view
Sodium palmate, Sodium palm kernelate, Water, Glycerin, Charcoal powder, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Sodium citrate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Unknown, Unknown, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearic acid, Zinc oxide, Xanthan gum, Allantoin, Water, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed silk, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Hippophae rhamnoides extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Unknown
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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.
| Carbon TheoryThe Daily EssentialsYOUR PRODUCT | BulldogSensitive Bar Soap | Grandpa Soap Co.Pine Tar Bar Soap | Beekman 1802Milk Bar Facial Cleansing Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $6.71 | $4.59 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Avena Sativa Kernel Oil | Sodium Cocoate | Bifida Ferment Lysate |
| 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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