Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium coco-sulfate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Smooth Mover clearing body wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, lauryl glucoside, sodium coco-sulfate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“A blend of salicylic acids and AHAs does it all known to help dissolve pore-clogging dirt, gently exfoliate and calm inflammation. Aka skin is feeling happy.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“No more breakdowns after breakouts—this scrub-a-dub-dub targets acne, bacne and bumps.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy17 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.4–10.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium coco-sulfate~4.7–5.8%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateLauryl glucoside~2.5–3%
Glycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideCoco-glucoside~1.5–1.9%
- 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-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateBetaine~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSalicylic acid~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.25–0.45%
- 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 juice powderAminomethyl propanol~0.2–0.4%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium salicylate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylatePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~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 LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium coco-sulfate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Betaine, Salicylic acid, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Aminomethyl propanol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium benzoate, Sodium salicylate, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Limonene
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| EpzenSmooth Mover clearing body washYOUR PRODUCT | Green PeopleBody Moisturising Shower Gel | PrequelTRAVEL GLEANSER + SA | The ElementsPurifying Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 80% | 79% |
| Price | — | $25.57 | $6.00 | $10.71 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 8 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Marshmallow Root Extract | Zinc Pca | Decyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | High | 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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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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