Drunk Elephant E-RASE Clean Cleansing Micellar Water
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CleansingSodium lauroyl lactylate, Cholesterol + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Ceramide-rich E-RaseTM Milki Micellar Water is formulated to thoroughly and gently remove makeup, dirt, pollution, and bacteria from the face and eye area without sensitization, irritation, or stripping skin’s acid mantle.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl lactylate, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl isononanoate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoatePropanediol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolC15-19 alkane~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about C15-19 alkaneDicaprylyl carbonate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateHeptyl undecylenate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish
More about Heptyl undecylenateSclerocarya birrea seed oil~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilAdansonia digitata seed oil~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedSchinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.55–1.25%
- 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 TocopherolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.5–1.1%
- 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 crosspolymerCitrullus lanatus seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ximenia americana seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateCeramide ap~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide np~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCholesterol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPhytosphingosine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineXanthan gum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Polysorbate 20~0.05–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl isononanoate, Propanediol, C15-19 alkane, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Heptyl undecylenate, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Schinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil, Tocopherol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Ximenia americana seed oil, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Ceramide np, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| Drunk ElephantE-RASE Clean Cleansing Micellar WaterYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | CeraVeHydrating Facial Cleanser | Bubble SkincareSoft Launch Hydrating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 29% | 27% |
| Price | — | $14.43 | $4.39 | $10.64 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 11 | 9 of 11 | 9 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Sodium Hyaluronate | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Low | 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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