Eau Thermale Avene Face Cleanance: Cleansing Gel
Works for
CleansingZinc coceth sulfate, Lauryl betaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Face Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-60 myristyl glycol, decyl glucoside, lauryl betaine, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, polysorbate 20, zinc coceth sulfate) 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: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishZinc coceth sulfate, Zinc gluconateNot delivered
“Gentle yet purifying, this gel cleanser for oily, blemish-prone skin deeply cleanses, reduces excess sebum and helps prevent spots and blackheads for an immediate and long lasting mattifying effect, thanks to the innovative patented ingredient Comedoclastin. Safe for use on face, back and chest.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc coceth sulfate~13–16%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works are a cleansing agent. Might deposit small quantities of zinc onto the skin after cleansing that might be somewhat helpful for acne-prone skin but conclusive research is missing
More about Zinc coceth sulfateLauryl betaine~5.7–7%
Decyl glucoside~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCeteareth-60 myristyl glycol~2.7–3.3%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePolysorbate 20~2.1–2.5%
Citric acid~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 61570~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isopropyl alcohol~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPeg-6~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Ppg-26-buteth-26~0.5–0.8%
Silybum marianum fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCi 19140~0.1–0.2%
Zinc gluconate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateIngredient list view
Water, Zinc coceth sulfate, Lauryl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Ceteareth-60 myristyl glycol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polysorbate 20, Citric acid, Parfum, Unknown, Ci 61570, Isopropyl alcohol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Peg-6, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Ci 19140, Zinc gluconate
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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.
| Eau Thermale AveneFace Cleanance: Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | AvèneCleanance Gel Cleanser Blemish-prone Skin | DucrayKeracnyl Foaming gel | A-DERMADermalibour+ Purifying Foaming CICA-Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 46% | 42% |
| Price | $23.00 | $10.16−$12.84 | $9.94−$13.06 | $13.38−$9.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | Glycerin | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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