Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroamphoacetate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Clean Biotic™ is a multitasking gel cleanser that instantly melts away dirt, debris, pollution, makeup, sunscreen and excess oil - without stripping the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glycol distearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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: coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: MethylisothiazolinoneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateSodium lauroamphoacetate~3.9–4.8%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateCoco-glucoside~2–2.4%
- 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-glucosideDecyl glucoside~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~1.5–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinGlycol distearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateAcrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl glucose caprate/caprylate/oleate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
Propanediol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- 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 extractMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactococcus ferment lysate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateVitis vinifera seed extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractInulin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinYogurt powder~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.1–0.15%
- 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 acidSodium chloride~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Chlorophyllin-copper complex~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Coco-glucoside, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Glycol distearate, Acrylates/beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer, Methyl glucose caprate/caprylate/oleate, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Propanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Methylisothiazolinone, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Inulin, Yogurt powder, Lactic acid, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Chlorophyllin-copper complex
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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. BrandtCLEAN BIOTICYOUR PRODUCT | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | LANEIGEWater Bank Gentle Gel Cleanser | UriageXemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 36% |
| Price | $38.00 | $4.99−$33.01 | $14.00−$24.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Ceramide Ns |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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