Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoyl glutamate, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle Cleansing Water”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, disodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium cocoyl glutamate~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateDecyl glucoside~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSorbitol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolSodium cocoyl glutamate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractXylitol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCentaurea cyanus flower water~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its own
More about Centaurea cyanus flower waterActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydroxyacetophenone~0.05–0.25%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtratePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Decyl glucoside, Sorbitol, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Xylitol, Centaurea cyanus flower water, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Citric acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Phenoxyethanol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| C'est MoiGentle Cleansing WaterYOUR PRODUCT | Make BeautySerum Weight Facial Cleanser | NiveaMicellAIR Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin | AlumierMD UKGentle Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $6.51 | $46.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Low | 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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