Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Sodium cocoyl glutamate + 9 moreCan be harsh
“A Hydrating Liquid Crystal Cleansing Cream that deeply hydrates the skin and washes away dirt, oil and makeup without stripping skin of much-needed moisture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-glucoside.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Mentha piperita extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinCocos nucifera oil~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilMyristic acid~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidSodium cocoyl glutamate~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateStearic acid~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCoco-glucoside~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlycol distearate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateHydroxypropyl guar~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Hydroxypropyl guarSodium levulinate~0.8–1.2%
Cetearyl olivate~0.65–1%
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseSorbitan olivate~0.5–0.75%
Citric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium anisate~0.4–0.6%
Pentylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMentha piperita extract~0.45–0.7%
Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidLauric acid~0.4–0.6%
- 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 citrate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 citratePalmitic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidDisodium phosphate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateWater~0.25–0.45%
Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.5%
Niacinamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidActinidia chinensis fruit water~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Claimed to have anti-oxidant properties but it is unlikely that it can have an effect in the skin
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit waterChondrus crispus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractGlycerin~0.25–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinCalcium gluconate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateGluconolactone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSodium benzoate~0.25–0.4%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.2–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTriethyl citrate~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- 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 extractLavandula angustifolia extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractCitrus limon peel extract~0.1–0.2%
Pelargonium graveolens extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractAlcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocos nucifera oil, Myristic acid, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Stearic acid, Coco-glucoside, Glycol distearate, Hydroxypropyl guar, Sodium levulinate, Cetearyl olivate, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Sorbitan olivate, Citric acid, Sodium anisate, Pentylene glycol, Mentha piperita extract, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Phytic acid, Lauric acid, Sodium citrate, Palmitic acid, Disodium phosphate, Water, Polysorbate 20, Niacinamide, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Actinidia chinensis fruit water, Chondrus crispus extract, Glycerin, Calcium gluconate, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Triethyl citrate, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Pelargonium graveolens extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Alcohol
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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.
| CosMedixSkin RescueYOUR PRODUCT | AcnecidePurifide Ph Control Face Wash | ReviumAnti Redness Sensitive Face Wash Gel | BIOTHERMCERA CLEANSER CREAM-TO-FOAM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 76% | 75% |
| Price | $68.00 | $13.37−$54.63 | $30.77−$37.23 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 19 | 2 of 19 | 6 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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