Deborah Lippmann Balancing Act - pH Balanced Manicure-Safe Hand Soap
Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Lauramidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Balancing Act - pH Balanced Manicure-Safe Hand Soap”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glycol distearate, lauramidopropyl betaine, lauryl glucoside, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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 c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateLauramidopropyl betaine~5.5–6.7%
Glycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium chloride~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAcrylates copolymer~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerGlycol distearate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLauryl glucoside~1.3–1.5%
Caprylyl glycol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium sulfate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateCitric acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPanthenol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolXylitol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.75%
- 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 triglycerideCaramel~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolAvena sativa kernel extract~0.3–0.5%
- 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 extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitral~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Acrylates copolymer, Glycol distearate, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Sodium sulfate, Citric acid, Panthenol, Xylitol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caramel, Butylene glycol, Avena sativa kernel extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Benzyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
| Deborah LippmannBalancing Act - pH Balanced Manicure-Safe Hand SoapYOUR PRODUCT | Raw SugarRaw Coconut + Mango Hand Wash | DoveLimited Edition Sugar Cookie Liquid Hand Wash | CowshedHand Care Caddy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $19.96 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Meadowfoam Seed Oil | Lauric Acid | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Deborah Lippmann - Balancing Act - pH Balanced Manicure-Safe Hand Soap" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (panthenol 0.50% - 0.75% and glycerin 3.10% - 3.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Deborah Lippmann" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 16.00$ up to 32.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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