Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl glutamate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coconut acid, decyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sucrose cocoate, 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: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“- Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates and visibly refines skin texture.”
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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“The gentle yet effective formula helps to reduce the appearance of breakouts, excess oil and enlarged pores to encourage a visibly clearer complexion without causing dryness or tightness.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil, Lavandula hybrida oil + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Vitis vinifera fruit water~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Decyl glucoside~5.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~3.2–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl glutamate~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSucrose cocoate~1.8–2.3%
Acacia senegal gum~1.8–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPropanediol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium glutamate~1.1–1.4%
Sodium chloride~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCaprylyl glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCoconut acid~0.75–1.1%
Salicylic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidVitis vinifera juice~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula hybrida oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilMelissa officinalis leaf oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mentha piperita oil~0.3–0.55%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Citral~0.1–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Vitis vinifera fruit water, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sucrose cocoate, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Propanediol, Sodium glutamate, Sodium chloride, Caprylyl glycol, Coconut acid, Salicylic acid, Vitis vinifera juice, Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Melissa officinalis leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
| CaudalieVinopure Purifying Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | AcnemyZITCLEAN PURIFYING CLEANSING GEL | Merci HandyFacial Cleansing Gel | SEPHORA COLLECTIONClarifying Face & Body Cleanser with Salicylic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 91% | 91% |
| Price | $30.00 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate | Niacinamide | Saccharide Isomerate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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