Derma E Vitamin C Micellar Cleansing Water Natural Fragrance Oils
Works for
CleansingSorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20Cleanses gently
“This refreshing vitamin C* cleansing water dissolves long-lasting makeup and impurities, while improving the appearance of skin's texture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polysorbate 20, sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Used as a cleansing agent
More about Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymerPolysorbate 20~2.4–3.5%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphatePhytic acid~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharidePolymnia sonchifolia root juice~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Polymnia sonchifolia root juiceMaltodextrin~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinLactobacillus~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusAspalathus linearis leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
More about Aspalathus linearis leaf extractPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Phytic acid, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Polymnia sonchifolia root juice, Maltodextrin, Lactobacillus, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
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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.
| Derma EVitamin C Micellar Cleansing Water Natural Fragrance OilsYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaEnergy Micellar Water Make-Up Remover With Vit C | Walgreens BeautySkin Cleansing Wipes Sensitive Skin | PatchologyClean AF Facial Cleansing Wipes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 49% | 47% |
| Price | — | $4.67 | $3.29 | $22.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Calcium Pantothenate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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