CLINERAL by AHAVA CLINERAL SKINPRO Gentle Cleansing Gel

CLINERAL by AHAVA CLINERAL SKINPRO Gentle Cleansing Gel

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Cleansing
Magnesium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“CLINERAL SKINPRO Gentle Cleansing Gel”
Source: Recreate Yourself

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, laureth-2, laureth-3, magnesium 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.

Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine

Magnesium laureth sulfateEffect: High~8.1–9.9%
Cocamidopropyl betaineEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen~5.5–6.7%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinateEffect: High~1.8–2.2%
Laureth-2Effect: High~0.65–1%
Laureth-3Effect: High~0.55–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 3 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~5.5–6.7%est.
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.45–0.65%est.
Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
PhenylpropanolHelps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulationHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
MethylisothiazolinoneA preservative. Is a frequent allergenHigh~0.00075–0.0015%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.1%est.
MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~1.9–2.3%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.75–1.1%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Magnesium laureth sulfate~8.1–9.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Cocamidopropyl betaine~5.5–6.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~3.1–3.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants

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Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~2.4–2.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture

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Methylpropanediol~1.9–2.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~1.8–2.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Magnesium sulfate~1.5–1.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~1.1–1.4%
Formula
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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Allantoin~0.7–1.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Caprylyl glycol~0.75–1.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Laureth-2~0.65–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Laureth-3~0.55–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Maris aqua~0.5–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Sea water. Helps dissolve other ingredients in a product

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Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

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Bisabolol~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
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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Glycerin~0.25–0.45%
Formula
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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Styrene/acrylamide copolymer~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Phenylpropanol~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation

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Kaolin~0.25–0.5%
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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Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Is a frequent allergen

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Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Ingredient list view

Water, Magnesium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Methylpropanediol, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Magnesium sulfate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Caprylyl glycol, Laureth-2, Laureth-3, Maris aqua, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Bisabolol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Styrene/acrylamide copolymer, Phenylpropanol, Kaolin, Methylisothiazolinone, Linalool, Limonene

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CLINERAL by AHAVA CLINERAL SKINPRO Gentle Cleansing Gel
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