Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Cleansers The Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-betaine.
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~7.8–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSodium cocoyl sarcosinate~5.3–6.4%
Coco-betaine~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium laureth sulfate~2.7–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium chloride~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAvena sativa kernel extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractAlgae extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractSesamum indicum seed oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilMedicago sativa seed powder~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help soften the upper layer of the skin and help thicken the product formulation. It might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Medicago sativa seed powderHelianthus annuus seedcake~0.75–1.15%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal~0.65–1%
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilSodium gluconate~0.45–0.65%
Copper gluconate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateCalcium gluconate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateMagnesium gluconate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking
More about Magnesium gluconateZinc gluconate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateTocopheryl succinate~0.3–0.55%
Niacin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A form of vitamin B3. It is similar in action to niacinamide, but is more likely to cause red flashes in skin as the side effect
More about NiacinSesamum indicum seed powder~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolSucrose~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium bicarbonate~0.4–0.6%
Tourmaline~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium nitrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEdta~0.2–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCi 61570~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, Coco-betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium chloride, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Avena sativa kernel extract, Algae extract, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Medicago sativa seed powder, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Sodium gluconate, Copper gluconate, Calcium gluconate, Magnesium gluconate, Zinc gluconate, Tocopheryl succinate, Niacin, Sesamum indicum seed powder, Butylene glycol, Sucrose, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium bicarbonate, Tourmaline, Magnesium nitrate, Hexylene glycol, Parfum, Edta, Disodium edta, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 61570, Ci 19140
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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.
| La MerCleansers The Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueLiquid Facial Soap Mild Dry Combination Skin | La Roche-PosayEffaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Anti-Acne Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Gentle Purifying Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $27.01 | $17.31 | $6.82 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | Zinc Pca | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Low | 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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