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CleansingMyristic acid, Behenic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“The Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (behenic acid, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-3 distearate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearic acid) 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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Parfum + 4 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~45–55%
Myristic acid~6.6–8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinBehenic acid~3.1–3.8%
Palmitic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl tauratePotassium hydroxide~1.7–2.1%
Lauric acid~1.5–1.9%
- 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 acidStearic acid~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAlgae extract~1.1–1.4%
- 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~0.75–1.15%
- 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~0.6–0.9%
- 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~0.8–1.15%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal~0.7–1%
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilSodium gluconate~0.5–0.7%
Copper gluconate~0.5–0.7%
- 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~0.5–0.7%
- 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~0.4–0.6%
- 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~0.35–0.65%
- 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~0.35–0.65%
Niacin~0.35–0.6%
- 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~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Quartz powder~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nephrite powder~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pearl powder~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderCaffeine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineMaris sal~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salHumic acids~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSucrose~0.3–0.55%
- 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 SucroseTourmaline~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Macrocystis pyrifera protein~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-51~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Aloe barbadensis leaf water~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterTrehalose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCellulose~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseButylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- 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 glycolSodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium bicarbonate~0.45–0.65%
Sodium pca~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaPeg-3 distearate~0.3–0.55%
Urea~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Linalool~0.2–0.4%
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.3%
Ci 15985~0.15–0.25%
Ci 42090~0.1–0.15%
Ci 61570~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Behenic acid, Palmitic acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Stearic acid, 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, Quartz powder, Nephrite powder, Pearl powder, Caffeine, Maris sal, Humic acids, Sodium hyaluronate, Sucrose, Tourmaline, Macrocystis pyrifera protein, Polyquaternium-51, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Trehalose, Cellulose, Butylene glycol, Sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Sodium bicarbonate, Sodium pca, Peg-3 distearate, Urea, Parfum, Disodium edta, Linalool, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ci 19140, Ci 15985, Ci 42090, Ci 61570
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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 MerThe Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueAll About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser | skintificNiacinamide Brightening Cleanser Face Wash | SkinfoodEgg White Perfect Pore Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 41% | 39% |
| Price | $25.00 | $9.20−$15.80 | $18.90−$6.10 | $9.89−$15.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 19 | 7 of 19 | 7 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| 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 21 studies and safety reviews.
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