ELEMIS Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Enzyme Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 9 moreCleanses gently
“Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Enzyme 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, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate, glycol distearate, hydrogenated castor oil, lauryl alcohol, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, stearyl alcohol, 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, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
ExfoliationPapainNot delivered
“An enzyme gel cleanser that gently exfoliates and removes pollutants from the skin to reveal a brighter, smoother complexion”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~9.8–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateGlycerin~4–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAcrylates copolymer~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPolysorbate 20~1.9–2.3%
Coco-glucoside~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlycol distearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateGlyceryl oleate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSodium lactate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateDicaprylyl ether~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPhenoxyethanol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLauryl alcohol~0.4–0.6%
Parfum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium chloride~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideOrbignya oleifera seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin
More about Orbignya oleifera seed oilXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPropylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGalactoarabinan~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanPapain~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Behenyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholButyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterBenzoic acid~0.2–0.35%
Moringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractHydrogenated castor oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilDisodium phosphate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateStearyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholProtease~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Subtilisin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateTocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolPoria cocos extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Acrylates copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Coco-glucoside, Glycol distearate, Glyceryl oleate, Sodium lactate, Dicaprylyl ether, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl alcohol, Parfum, Sodium chloride, Orbignya oleifera seed oil, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Propylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Glyceryl stearate, Galactoarabinan, Papain, Disodium edta, Behenyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Benzoic acid, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Hydrogenated castor oil, Disodium phosphate, Stearyl alcohol, Protease, Subtilisin, Tocopheryl acetate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Tocopherol, Poria cocos extract
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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.
| ELEMISDynamic Gentle Resurfacing Enzyme CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | UriageXemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel | AlphanovaBaby Organic Nourishing Foaming Gel | ZiajaSensitive Creamy Wash Gel For Face And Body | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $59.00 | — | $11.14−$47.86 | $8.82−$50.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 16 | 6 of 16 | 5 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ns | Bisabolol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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