Works for
CleansingPoloxamer 184, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 1 moreCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, poloxamer 184, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Melissa officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPoloxamer 184~3.3–4.9%
Glycerin~2.6–3.9%
- 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~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateMethylpropanediol~1.7–2.5%
Ppg-26-buteth-26~1.4–2.1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~1.2–1.9%
Maris aqua~1–1.5%
Sea water~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilParfum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaprylyl glycol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Phenylpropanol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolPhenethyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
Melissa officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractLaminaria digitata extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractSodium citrate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateGentiana lutea extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorella vulgaris extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractSaccharide isomerate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCitric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCrocus sativus flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltodextrin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinMoringa oleifera seed extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Moringa oleifera seed extractIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Poloxamer 184, Glycerin, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Methylpropanediol, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maris aqua, Sea water, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Parfum, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Phenylpropanol, Phenethyl alcohol, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Sodium citrate, Gentiana lutea extract, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Saccharide isomerate, Citric acid, Crocus sativus flower extract, Maltodextrin, Moringa oleifera seed extract
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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.
| ClarinsMicellar WaterYOUR PRODUCT | LANEIGEWater Bank Gentle Gel Cleanser | CliniqueAll About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser | A-DERMAGel nettoyant calmant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 31% |
| Price | $34.00 | $14.00−$20.00 | $9.12−$24.88 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Sodium Hyaluronate | Zinc Coceth Sulfate |
| Irritancy | Medium | 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
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