Clarins Gentle Foaming Cleanser with Cottonseed
Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Myristic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle Foaming Cleanser with Cottonseed”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl behenate, glycol distearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, stearic acid, tipa-laureth sulfate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Methylchloroisothiazolinone + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPotassium hydroxide~2–3%
Dimethicone~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeLauric acid~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateTipa-laureth sulfate~1.3–1.9%
Glycol distearate~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateGlyceryl behenate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateOzokerite~0.45–1.05%
Parfum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolTetrasodium edta~0.2–0.8%
Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharidePolymnia sonchifolia root juice~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Polymnia sonchifolia root juiceMaltodextrin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGossypium herbaceum seed extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Gypsophila paniculata root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.25%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Titanium dioxide~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Dimethicone, Lauric acid, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Tipa-laureth sulfate, Glycol distearate, Glyceryl behenate, Ozokerite, Parfum, Propylene glycol, Tetrasodium edta, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Polymnia sonchifolia root juice, Maltodextrin, Gossypium herbaceum seed extract, Gypsophila paniculata root extract, Lactobacillus, Potassium sorbate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Unknown, Benzyl salicylate, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| ClarinsGentle Foaming Cleanser with CottonseedYOUR PRODUCT | THE FACE SHOPRice Water Bright Cleansing Foam | SkinfoodRice Daily Brightening Cleansing Foam | DHCCoQ10 Washing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | — | $8.97 | $11.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Oryza Sativa Bran Oil | Panthenol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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