Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Xanthan gum + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Clarifying Clay Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, polysorbate 20, 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: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishKaolinNot delivered
“Use the Clarifying Clay Wash to cleanse, purify and balance stressed skin — reducing the look of pesky blemishes and enlarged pores while calming irritation and redness.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Kaolin~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinDecyl glucoside~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- 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 glycolMontmorillonite~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A clay mineral. Can absorb oil from the surface of the skin
More about MontmorilloniteParfum~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXanthan gum~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydroxyacetophenone~1–1.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~0.5–1.15%
Citric acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Limonene~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.7%
Citrus aurantium amara peel oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Juniperus virginiana oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilPentylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPeumus boldus leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.5%
Lactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentCrataegus oxyacantha stem extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.1–0.45%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Dipteryx odorata seed extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil~0.05–0.3%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.05–0.25%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilEugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
More about Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilJuniperus mexicana oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linum usitatissimum seed oil~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Montmorillonite, Parfum, Xanthan gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Citrus aurantium amara peel oil, Juniperus virginiana oil, Pentylene glycol, Peumus boldus leaf extract, Hexyl cinnamal, Lactobacillus ferment, Crataegus oxyacantha stem extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Citronellol, Dipteryx odorata seed extract, Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil
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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.
| ELEMISClarifying Clay WashYOUR PRODUCT | e.l.f. CosmeticsMini Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser | AveenoUltra-Calming Foaming Cleanser | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | $7.00 | — | $12.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Sarcosine | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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