Dr. Bailey Skin Care Extremely Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoamphodiacetate, Glycol distearate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Extremely Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium cocoamphodiacetate, glycol distearate, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, steareth-4, xanthan gum) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Retinyl palmitate, Lavandula angustifolia extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateGlycol distearate~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateSteareth-4~2.8–3.5%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateAcrylates 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 copolymerHydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloridePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateGlycerin~1.2–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPhospholipids~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsRetinyl palmitate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateTocopheryl acetate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAscorbyl palmitate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateSilk amino acids~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Silk amino acidsSteardimonium hydroxypropyl hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ubiquinone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSuperoxide dismutase~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
More about Superoxide dismutaseLavandula angustifolia extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Glycol distearate, Steareth-4, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Acrylates copolymer, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Glycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Phospholipids, Retinyl palmitate, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Silk amino acids, Steardimonium hydroxypropyl hydrolyzed wheat protein, Ubiquinone, Xanthan gum, Superoxide dismutase, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta
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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.
| Dr. Bailey Skin CareExtremely Gentle Foaming Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | FOREOMicro-Foam Cleanser | CliniqueAll About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser | LANEIGEWater Bank Gentle Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | — | $10.16 | $9.20 | $14.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Sodium Hyaluronate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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