DAMDAM Nomad's Cream Purifying Exfoliating Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-2 stearate, Glyceryl stearate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Nomad's Cream Purifying Exfoliating Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, polyglyceryl-2 stearate, stearyl alcohol) 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.
Anti-blemishSalix alba bark extractNot delivered
“- Tea Tree Oil: A powerful antibacterial that targets breakouts and soothes irritation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationSalix alba bark extractNot delivered
“Nomad's Cream Purifying Exfoliating Cleanser”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Cananga odorata flower oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Dicaprylyl ether~5.8–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.1–6.1%
- 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 triglyceridePropanediol~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilBehenyl alcohol~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPentylene glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycerin~1.3–1.9%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-2 stearate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-2 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateStearyl alcohol~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholMannan~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium citrate~0.35–0.85%
- 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 citrateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilPhytic acid~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractCananga odorata flower oil~0.1–0.45%
Cocos nucifera oil~0.1–0.45%
- 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 oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilSalix alba bark extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractTocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Dicaprylyl ether, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Behenyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Stearyl alcohol, Mannan, Sodium citrate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Phytic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Cananga odorata flower oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Salix alba bark extract, Tocopherol
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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.
| DAMDAMNomad's Cream Purifying Exfoliating CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Perricone MDCold Plasma Plus+ Daily Detox Clay Cleanser | Kate SomervilleDeliKate Soothing Cleanser | BIOEFFECTVolcanic Exfoliator | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 39% |
| Price | $38.00 | $29.00−$9.00 | $13.23−$24.77 | $55.55+$17.55 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Anhydroxylitol | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Glo Skin Beauty Gentle Cream CleanserVersed Skin Day Maker
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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