Dermasport Athletic Face Wash - For Dry Skin
Works for
CleansingSodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate + 8 moreCan be harsh
“Athletic Face Wash . For Dry Skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationUreaNot delivered
“Exfoliation Complex gently exfoliates without irritation.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract + 11 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~45–55%
Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium lauryl sulfoacetateDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~6.2–7.6%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~2.5–3.1%
- 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 sulfonateSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateCoco-glucoside~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCocamide mipa~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaCitrus limon peel extract~0.8–1.15%
Glycerin~0.7–1.05%
- 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 GlycerinUrea~0.55–0.8%
- 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 UreaSodium pca~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaMagnesium sulfate~0.5–0.8%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceDisodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTrisodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide~0.3–0.6%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Sodium thiosulfate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium sulfite~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzophenone-4~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolPanthenol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSantalum album wood extract~0.2–0.4%
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractPersea gratissima oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilGlycine soja germ extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Epilobium angustifolium extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and calm down irritation in skin. However, it can contain compounds that can be irritating themselves
More about Epilobium angustifolium extractChamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractGeranium maculatum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Geranium maculatum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractMentha piperita leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractRose extract~0.25–0.45%
Mucor miehei extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Guaiacum officinale wood oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lippia citriodora leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Camellia oleifera leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractCi 19140~0.15–0.25%
Ci 47005~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCi 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Cocamide mipa, Citrus limon peel extract, Glycerin, Urea, Sodium pca, Magnesium sulfate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Trisodium edta, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract, Sodium thiosulfate, Glycine soja oil, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium sulfite, Potassium sorbate, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Benzophenone-4, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Santalum album wood extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Persea gratissima oil, Glycine soja germ extract, Epilobium angustifolium extract, Chamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Geranium maculatum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Rose extract, Mucor miehei extract, Guaiacum officinale wood oil, Lippia citriodora leaf extract, Tetrasodium edta, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Ci 19140, Ci 47005, Citric acid, Ci 42090
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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.
| DermasportAthletic Face Wash - For Dry SkinYOUR PRODUCT | AhavaMineral Radiance Cleansing Gel | ME LineGentle Foam Cleanser | NuhanciamDermo-Purifying Anti-Blemish Gel Face Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | — | $30.96 | $53.45 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 19 | 5 of 19 | 3 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract | Bisabolol | Diglycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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