Erno Laszlo Pore Refining Detox Double Cleanse

Erno Laszlo Pore Refining Detox Double Cleanse

Efficacy50/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Cleansing
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Xanthan gum
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Treat your complexion to Erno Laszlo Pore Refining Detox Double Cleanse ; a clarifying formula that delivers deep daily cleansing for clear, healthy-looking skin.”
Source: Mankind

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, 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 c14-16 olefin sulfonate

Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin~5.5–6.7%
Xanthan gumEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.4–0.6%
Exfoliation
Maris sal
Not delivered
What the product description says
“An easy, convenient alternative to two-step cleansing and exfoliating.”
Source: Mankind

This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.

Maris salEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration~0.2–0.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Parfum, Citrus grandis peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 20 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateHelps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skinHigh~5.5–6.7%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.45–0.7%est.
Citrus grandis peel oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skinHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Actinidia chinensis fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Garcinia mangostana fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant propertiesHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Psidium guajava fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
Cynara scolymus leaf extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.01–0.05%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.9–2.3%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.6–0.85%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.5–0.8%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.45–0.7%est.
AgarPolysaccharide derived from seaweed. Used to create a thicker product consistency and might help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.45–0.7%est.
Calcium alginateHelps to improve the product textureMedium~0.4–0.65%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Ananas sativus fruit extractA fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skinMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Maris salUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentrationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Punica granatum extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effectiveMedium~0.15–0.25%est.
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateA preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determineMedium~0.05–0.1%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Propanediol~4.9–6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.5–6.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin

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Oryza sativa extract~3–3.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.9–2.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Sodium hydroxide~1.5–1.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Cyclopentasiloxane~1.4–1.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Mica~1.1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Titanium dioxide~1.1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Disodium edta~0.5–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Parfum~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Charcoal powder~0.65–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Benefits for the skin are not clear

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1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Agar~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Polysaccharide derived from seaweed. Used to create a thicker product consistency and might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Calcium alginate~0.4–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to improve the product texture

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Xanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialReduces rednessReduces irritationAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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

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Citrus grandis peel oil~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Propylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin

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Actinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Averrhoa carambola fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Garcinia mangostana fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Litchi chinensis fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Maris sal~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Exfoliation

Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration

More about Maris sal
Passiflora incarnata fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Psidium guajava fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Punica granatum extract~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationEvens skin tone

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective

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Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Hydrolyzed vegetable protein~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Cynara scolymus leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating

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Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine

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Limonene~0.01–0.05%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Ingredient list view

Water, Propanediol, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Oryza sativa extract, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Parfum, Charcoal powder, 1,2-hexanediol, Agar, Calcium alginate, Xanthan gum, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Citrus grandis peel oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Propylene glycol, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Averrhoa carambola fruit extract, Garcinia mangostana fruit extract, Litchi chinensis fruit extract, Maris sal, Passiflora incarnata fruit extract, Psidium guajava fruit extract, Punica granatum extract, Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Limonene

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