Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl isethionate, Stearic acid + 7 moreCleanses gently
“A paraben and sulfate free cleanser, it’s also pH balanced and microbiome gentle, formulated with plant-based cleansers, and packaged in 100% recycled plastic jars.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, hydroxystearic acid, lauric acid, sodium laurate, sodium lauroyl isethionate, sodium oleate, sodium stearate, stearic acid) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationLactic acid ~1.1–1.4%Under-dosed
“Exfoliate Away Exfoliant”
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: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Glycerin~5–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydrated silica~4.2–5.1%
Sodium lauroyl isethionate~3.9–4.7%
Stearic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSodium stearate~2.3–2.8%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLactic acid~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidHydroxystearic acid~1–1.2%
Lauric acid~0.7–1.1%
- 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 oleate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium oleateCetearyl alcohol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSynthetic wax~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxSodium isethionate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.55%
Sodium laurate~0.35–0.65%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Tetrasodium etidronate~0.2–0.4%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.25–0.5%
- 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 triglycerideTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIron oxides~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 17200~0.15–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrated silica, Sodium lauroyl isethionate, Stearic acid, Sodium stearate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Lactic acid, Hydroxystearic acid, Lauric acid, Sodium oleate, Cetearyl alcohol, Synthetic wax, Sodium isethionate, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium laurate, Tetrasodium edta, Tetrasodium etidronate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Unknown, Limonene, 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.
| DoveExfoliate Away ExfoliantYOUR PRODUCT | SanexBiomeprotect Pro Hydrate Shower Gel | AMELIORATEThree Steps to Smooth Skin | Luna DailyThe Hydrating Everywhere Spray-To-Wipe - With Prebiotics, Vitamins C & E, Omegas 3 & 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 48% | 48% |
| Price | $8.99 | $6.00−$2.99 | $17.39+$8.40 | $12.00+$3.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Inulin | Urea | Linoleic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Gallinée Prebiotic Cleansing BarNivea Intimo Body Wash Lotion
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
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