CeraVe Diabetics' Dry Skin Relief Cleansing Body Wash Fragrance Free
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CleansingSodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Coco-betaine + 14 moreCleanses gently
“CeraVe Diabetics' Dry Skin Relief Cleansing Wash is a gentle formula that cleanses and helps soothe dry skin in just one wash, while providing long-lasting moisturization.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, coco-betaine, coconut acid, glyceryl stearate, hydrogenated coconut acid, peg-100 stearate, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, ppg-5-ceteth-20, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, trideceth-6, 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-betaine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSide benefit · Hydroxyethyl urea, Salicylic acidWorks well
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: hydroxyethyl urea.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 methyl cocoyl taurate~5.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateCoco-betaine~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium chloride~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAcer saccharum extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCaprylyl glycol~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCeramide ap~0.7–1.05%
- 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 apCeramide eop~0.55–0.85%
- 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 eopCeramide np~0.55–0.8%
- 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 npChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Cholesterol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCoconut acid~0.5–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHydrogenated coconut acid~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxyethyl urea~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaPeg-100 stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePeg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePeg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearatePeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPhytosphingosine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosinePolyquaternium-53~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ppg-5-ceteth-20~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Saccharum officinarum extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractSalicylic acid~0.15–0.3%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Sodium isethionate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateTrideceth-6~0.1–0.2%
Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractXanthan gum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Coco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium chloride, Acer saccharum extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Ceramide np, Chlorphenesin, Cholesterol, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Coconut acid, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Hydrogenated coconut acid, Hydroxyethyl urea, Peg-100 stearate, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Polyquaternium-53, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Saccharum officinarum extract, Salicylic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium isethionate, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Trideceth-6, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Xanthan gum
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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.
| CeraVeDiabetics' Dry Skin Relief Cleansing Body Wash Fragrance FreeYOUR PRODUCT | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | Kiehl'sCucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser | Paula's choiceBody Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 81% | 78% |
| Price | — | $4.99 | $25.59 | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 24 | 12 of 24 | 0 of 24 |
| Key difference | — | Glyceryl Oleate | Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| 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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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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