Dr Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Meltaway Cleanser
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CleansingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Hyaluronic Marine Meltaway Cleanser”
This product does not seem to contain cleansing agents and might not be able to remove dirt and oil efficiently.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus grandis peel extract + 1 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%
Ethylhexyl palmitate~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateNeopentyl glycol diheptanoate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Neopentyl glycol diheptanoateButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolIsododecane~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneCetearyl isononanoate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateGlycerin~1.8–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hyaluronate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSaccharide isomerate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCaulerpa lentillifera extract~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Actinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.6–0.9%
- 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 juicePhytic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.45–0.7%
Citrus grandis peel extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic irritating plant extract that can cause photosensitivity in skin
More about Citrus grandis peel extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractCucumis melo fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Cucumis melo fruit extractTriethyl citrate~0.25–0.5%
Lactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acidCopper pca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Copper pcaCitric 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 acidSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Butylene glycol, Isododecane, Cetearyl isononanoate, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharide isomerate, Caulerpa lentillifera extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Phytic acid, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus grandis peel extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Triethyl citrate, Lactic acid, Copper pca, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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 Dennis GrossHyaluronic Marine Meltaway CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | EmbryolisseMicellar Lotion Cleanses - Removes Make-Up - Soothes | SanexZero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel | MesoesteticFacial Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 49% | 49% |
| Price | $13.00 | $7.35−$5.65 | $1.51−$11.49 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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