CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin

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WORKS FOR

Cleansing
Anti-blemish

KEY INGREDIENTS

niacinamide
ceramide 3
ceramide 6 ii
ceramide 1
phytosphingosine
hyaluronic acid
cholesterol
glycerin
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Size: 16.0 oz

Foaming Facial Cleanser For Normal To Oily Skin

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Price as of 6/8/2022 3:48 GMT. More info

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What does the product description say?

"Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin"

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WIMJ summary for cleansing

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
carbomer	HIGH
cholesterol	HIGH
cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine	HIGH

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What does the product description say?

"Gentle foaming action refreshes and cleanses skin, as well as removes excess oils."

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WIMJ summary for anti-blemish

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH
phytosphingosine	LOW

How honest is this product?

Promise	Can it deliver?
Cleansing
Anti-blemish

Total Promises Fulfilled score: 87/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

LOW

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine
sodium lauroyl sarcosinate
sodium methyl cocoyl taurate

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	40% - 60%
cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together	7.3% - 11%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	3.7% - 5.5%
sodium lauroyl sarcosinate Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent	3.3% - 4.9%
peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate	2% - 3%
niacinamide Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture	1.6% - 2.5%
peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides Helps dissolve other ingredients	1.4% - 2.1%
sodium methyl cocoyl taurate Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent	1.4% - 2.1%
propylene glycol Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating	0.9% - 1.35%
ceramide 3 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	0.8% - 1.2%
ceramide 6 ii 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	0.5% - 1.15%
ceramide 1 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	0.45% - 1%
hyaluronic acid One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation	0.3% - 0.75%
cholesterol An emollient that is naturally found in skin	0.35% - 0.75%
phytosphingosine A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect	0.2% - 0.8%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.15% - 0.5%
disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation	0.1% - 0.35%
sodium lauroyl lactylate Helps water and oil mix together	0.1% - 0.3%
methylparaben A preservative	0.05% - 0.2%
propylparaben A preservative	0.05% - 0.15%
carbomer Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations	0.01% - 0.1%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.01% - 0.1%
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