Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Skin Refining Snail Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Larix sibirica wood extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~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 GlycerinStearic acid~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPotassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Dipropylene glycol~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolLauric acid~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidCocamidopropyl betaine~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineLauramide dea~1.1–1.4%
Glyceryl stearate~0.95–1.15%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSnail secretion filtrate1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateKaolin~0.95–1.15%
- 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 KaolinNiacinamide~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAscorbic acid~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCentella asiatica extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractMagnolia kobus bark extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Larix sibirica wood extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be used as a fragrance. Has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Larix sibirica wood extractChrysanthellum indicum extract~0.35–0.65%
Rheum palmatum root/stalk extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
In theory, could reduce swelling in the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence of its efficacy
More about Rheum palmatum root/stalk extractAsarum sieboldii root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Quercus mongolica leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Persicaria hydropiper extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Corydalis turtschaninovii root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coptis japonica root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractMachilus thunbergii bark extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.3–0.6%
- 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 npHamamelis virginiana extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractFicus carica fruit water~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arnica montana flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractArtemisia absinthium extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractGentiana lutea root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractButylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIllicium verum fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractTocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 acetateDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl benzoate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateHydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Dipropylene glycol, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Lauramide dea, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Snail secretion filtrate, Kaolin, Niacinamide, Ascorbic acid, Centella asiatica extract, Magnolia kobus bark extract, Larix sibirica wood extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Rheum palmatum root/stalk extract, Asarum sieboldii root extract, Quercus mongolica leaf extract, Persicaria hydropiper extract, Corydalis turtschaninovii root extract, Coptis japonica root extract, Machilus thunbergii bark extract, Ceramide np, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Ficus carica fruit water, Arnica montana flower extract, Artemisia absinthium extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Gentiana lutea root extract, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Illicium verum fruit extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Parfum, Benzyl benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| ElishacoySkin Refining Snail CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | skintificDamask Rose Brightening Whipped Cream Cleanser | BiodermaAtoderm Ultimate Daily Nourishing Pack | BIOTHERMCERA CLEANSER CREAM-TO-FOAM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | — | — | $17.55 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 5 of 15 | 5 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Glucan | Mineral Oil | Jojoba Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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