Cl de Peau Beaut

Cl de Peau Beaut Skin-Refining Clay Scrub

Name: Cl de Peau Beaut - Skin-Refining Clay Scrub
Brand: Cl de Peau Beaut

Efficacy37/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Glycerin, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether + 12 more

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What the product description says

“Rose Apple Leaf Extract: Nourishes skin with antioxidant properties.”

Source: Sephora CA

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glycine.

When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~1.2–1.4%

Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl etherKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss~0.45–0.7%

TrehaloseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.35%

SerineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.3%

GlycineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function~0.15–0.3%

Hydrolyzed silkKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.15%

Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~3–3.7%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~2.3–2.8%

Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.6–0.9%

Cetyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture~0.3–0.6%

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.35%

Hydrolyzed conchiolin proteinEffect: Low~0.05–0.1%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.15–0.3%

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.15–0.3%

Exfoliation

Microcrystalline cellulose

Not delivered

What the product description says

“What it is: A gentle, mineral-rich cleansing scrub that delicately exfoliates while removing impurities for skin that feels smooth and refined.”

Source: Sephora CA

This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.

Microcrystalline celluloseEffect: Low~0.5–0.75%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · Serine, Tocopherol

May help

This product contains serine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

SerineKey activeEffect: MediumAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 12 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~1.4–1.7%est.

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agentHigh~0.5–0.75%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Perilla ocymoides leaf extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product textureMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Sodium metabisulfiteA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

BhtA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Hydrolyzed silkCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.05–0.15%est.

Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein—Medium~0.05–0.1%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dipropylene glycol~7.3–8.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Kaolin~4.3–5.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingAnti-blemish

A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color

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Sorbitol~3–3.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Butylene glycol~2.3–2.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Zinc oxide~2.8–3.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant

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Bentonite~1.7–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-blemish

Helps stabilize the product formulation

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Alcohol denat.~1.4–1.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Glycerin~1.2–1.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Talc~1.1–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish

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Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Silica~0.75–1.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss

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Microcrystalline cellulose~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Exfoliation

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Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture

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Peg/ppg-36/41 dimethyl ether~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent

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Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Trisodium edta~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Trehalose~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

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Parfum~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Theanine~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Paeonia albiflora root extract~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.15–0.3%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

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Serine~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

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Glycine~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function

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Bht~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Syzygium jambos leaf extract~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Benzoic acid~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrolyzed silk~0.05–0.15%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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Perilla ocymoides leaf extract~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Dipropylene glycol, Kaolin, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Zinc oxide, Bentonite, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Talc, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Silica, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether, Microcrystalline cellulose, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg/ppg-36/41 dimethyl ether, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Trisodium edta, Trehalose, Parfum, Tocopherol, Theanine, Sodium metabisulfite, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Paeonia albiflora root extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Serine, Glycine, Bht, Syzygium jambos leaf extract, Benzoic acid, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Hydrolyzed silk, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.

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A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
2
Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreensncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen productsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorodsiopscience.iop.org
5
ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cellsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
7
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Taurate Amides and Taurate Salts as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Usencbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Final report on the safety assessment of EDTA, calcium disodium EDTA, diammonium EDTA, dipotassium EDTA, disodium EDTA, TEA-EDTA, tetrasodium EDTA, tripotassium EDTA, trisodium EDTA, HEDTA, and trisodium HEDTAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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Final report on the safety assessment of sodium sulfite, potassium sulfite, ammonium sulfite, sodium bisulfite, ammonium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite and potassium metabisulfitencbi.nlm.nih.gov
13
Ameliorating effect of dipotassium glycyrrhizinate on an IL-4- and IL-13-induced atopic dermatitis-like skin-equivalent modelresearchgate.net
14
Final report on the safety assessment of Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Potassium Glycyrrhetinate, Disodium Succinoyl Glycyrrhetinate, Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate, Glycyrrhetinyl Stearate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Glycyrrhizate, Trisodium Glycyrrhizate, Methyl Glycyrrhizate, and Potassium Glycyrrhizinate.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Topical palmitoyl pentapeptide provides improvement in photoaged human facial skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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Effect of Topical Application of Glycine and Proline on Recalcitrant Leg Ulcers of Prolidase Deficiencyjamanetwork.com
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Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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Moisturizing efficiency of silk protein hydrolysate: Silk fibroinresearchgate.net
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Ethnomedicinal, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Investigations of Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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