Works for
CleansingLauric acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Peel Off Facial Cleansing Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide dea, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, laureth-4, lauric acid, lauryl betaine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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
ExfoliationSide benefit · Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower waterMedium 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~40–60%
Lauric acid~7.1–10.7%
- 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 methyl cocoyl taurate~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateDipropylene glycol~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolLauryl betaine~2.2–3.3%
Laureth-4~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Cocamide dea~1.3–2%
Rosa damascena flower water~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterGlycolic acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidSodium hydroxide~0.5–1.2%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~0.5–1.2%
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium phosphate~0.15–0.6%
Etidronic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Lauric acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Dipropylene glycol, Lauryl betaine, Laureth-4, Cocamide dea, Rosa damascena flower water, Glycolic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium phosphate, Etidronic acid, Disodium edta, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| DeAUPeel Off Facial Cleansing WashYOUR PRODUCT | ReplenixAcne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser | endota spaGlycolic Exfoliating Cleanser | GarnierMicellar Gentle Peeling Water with 1% PHA + Glycolic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | $35.11 | $7.78 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 1 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Mineral Oil | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Laureths 4 and 23journals.sagepub.com
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- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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