Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium coco-glucoside tartrate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Clarifying Charcoal 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, disodium coco-glucoside citrate, sodium coco-glucoside tartrate, 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Citrus sinensis peel extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium coco-glucoside tartrate~4.6–5.7%
Disodium coco-glucoside citrate~2.9–3.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLavandula angustifolia flower water~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower water~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Charcoal powder~1.6–1.9%
Dimethylaminoethanol tartrate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinPanthenol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAspalathus linearis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
More about Aspalathus linearis leaf extractSaccharum officinarum extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- 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 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 extractCitrus sinensis peel extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel extract~0.2–0.35%
Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilXanthan gum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAlcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium coco-glucoside tartrate, Disodium coco-glucoside citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Anthemis nobilis flower water, Charcoal powder, Dimethylaminoethanol tartrate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Panthenol, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Acer saccharum extract, Citrus sinensis peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Xanthan gum, Alcohol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate
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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.
| erinsfacesClarifying Charcoal CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | APIVITACleansing Gel for Oily/Combination Skin | PharmacerisN - Puri-Capilium Cleanser | ObagiC-CLEANSING GEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | $42.00 | $18.00−$24.00 | $13.27−$28.73 | $50.00+$8.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Betaine | Saponins |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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