Works for
CleansingStearic acidCan be harsh
“First Care Cleanser”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf water~6.4–9.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterAmethyst powder~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidButyrospermum parkii butter~2–2.9%
- 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 butterCocos nucifera oil~1.5–2.2%
- 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 oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilOlea europaea fruit oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilVitis vinifera seed oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilOenothera biennis oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilPersea gratissima oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilCeramide np~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npButylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractGlycyrrhiza uralensis root extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Licorice root extract. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extractRhus semialata gall extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terminalia chebula fruit extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus abelmoschus seed oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa multiflora seed oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Amethyst powder, Stearic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cocos nucifera oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Persea gratissima oil, Ceramide np, Butylene glycol, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extract, Rhus semialata gall extract, Terminalia chebula fruit extract, Hibiscus abelmoschus seed oil, Rosa multiflora seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil
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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.
| CELLBNFirst Care CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | PORELESS LABOPore Foaming Gel | TAEKOCleansing Foam | DHCFor Men High Life Clay Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | — | $42.80 | $34.60 | $18.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 9 | 1 of 9 | 1 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Alcaligenes Polysaccharides | Allantoin |
| 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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