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CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Carex nourishing shower cream has been designed and developed by experts to work in harmony with your skin to keep it at its natural best with every wash, using a unique skin support system which cleans, cares & protects all the family”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~9.3–11.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium laureth sulfate~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPolyquaternium-7~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Parfum~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~1.4–1.7%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateLactic acid~0.75–1.15%
- 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 acidTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideStyrene/acrylates copolymer~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerC11-15 pareth-7~0.2–0.4%
C11-15 pareth-40~0.3–0.5%
Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the product formulation protecting it from sun light
More about Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresolCi 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Parfum, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Lactic acid, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, C11-15 pareth-7, C11-15 pareth-40, Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol, Ci 19140, Ci 15985
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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.
| CarexNourishing Shower CreamYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaIntimo Body Wash Lotion | SanexBiomeprotect Pro Hydrate Bath Foam | Luna DailyThe Hydrating Everywhere Spray-To-Wipe - With Prebiotics, Vitamins C & E, Omegas 3 & 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% | 47% |
| Price | — | — | — | $12.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Inulin | Linoleic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Lynx Africa Refreshing Fragrance Shower GelEucerin Urea Plus Shower Foam
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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