Erno Laszlo Hydra-Therapy Foaming Cleanse
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“cleanser sweeps away dirt, impurities”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate se, lauric acid, myristic acid, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearic acid, 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.2–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-20~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateGlyceryl stearate se~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seStearic acid~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~1.2–1.5%
- 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 acidPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePhenoxyethanol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium chloride~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.65–1%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–0.85%
- 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 butterEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.7%
Parfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Cellulose gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumXanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTetrasodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Urea~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaOryza sativa starch~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide hydrolysate~0.3–0.55%
Alanine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineGlycine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineMagnesium aspartate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartatePunica granatum bark extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene 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 glycolHydrolyzed rice protein~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinOryza sativa bran oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCreatine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
More about CreatinePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05%
- 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, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Peg-20, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Glyceryl stearate se, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium chloride, Microcrystalline cellulose, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Chlorphenesin, Cellulose gum, Xanthan gum, Unknown, Tetrasodium edta, Urea, Oryza sativa starch, Saccharide hydrolysate, Alanine, Glycine, Magnesium aspartate, Punica granatum bark extract, Butylene glycol, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Oryza sativa bran oil, Benzyl alcohol, Creatine, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Dehydroacetic acid, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| Erno LaszloHydra-Therapy Foaming CleanseYOUR PRODUCT | SkinfoodRice Daily Brightening Cleansing Foam | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYMoisture Cleansing Foam | Clé de Peau BeautéSoftening Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | — | $11.00 | $14.20 | $74.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 16 | 6 of 16 | 6 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Phytosphingosine | Trehalose |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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