ELEMIS Anti-Ageing BIOTEC Skin Energising Cleanser
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CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Lauryl glucoside + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Anti-Ageing BIOTEC Skin Energising Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateLauryl glucoside~3.7–4.5%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineXanthan gum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Disodium edta~0.55–0.85%
Maris sal~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salSea salt~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Sea saltSuccinic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.4–0.65%
- 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 acidPropanediol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
Hordeum vulgare seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Hordeum vulgare seed extractLitsea cubeba fruit oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilBoswellia carterii oil~0.25–0.45%
Coriandrum sativum fruit oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Coriandrum sativum fruit oilCanarium luzonicum leaf extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristica fragrans kernel oil~0.2–0.4%
Zinc gluconate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 gluconateMagnesium aspartate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartatePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Amber extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Copper gluconate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of 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
More about Copper gluconateRhizobian gum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
More about Rhizobian gumSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateChlorphenesin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Lauryl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Maris sal, Sea salt, Succinic acid, Lactic acid, Propanediol, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Unknown, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Coriandrum sativum fruit oil, Canarium luzonicum leaf extract, Myristica fragrans kernel oil, Zinc gluconate, Magnesium aspartate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Amber extract, Copper gluconate, Rhizobian gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Chlorphenesin
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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.
| ELEMISAnti-Ageing BIOTEC Skin Energising CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | SanexZero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel | Eau de JonzacPure Purifying Cleansing Gel Organic | MesoesteticFacial Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | — | $1.53 | $16.74 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Poloxamer 124 | Copper Pca | Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Oil composition of coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) fruit-seedslink.springer.com
- 6Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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