Works for
CleansingPalmitic acid, Stearic acid + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Red Ginseng Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Palmitic acid~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinMyristic acid~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~1.7–2.5%
- 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 acidPotassium hydroxide~1.4–2%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSorbitan olivate~0.95–1.45%
Cocamide mipa~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaSodium laureth sulfate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractAllantoin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPeg-14m~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Methylparaben~0.05–0.25%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sorbitan olivate, Cocamide mipa, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Allantoin, Peg-14m, Disodium edta, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
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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.
| esfolioRed Ginseng Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | CHIFURECleansing Foam | SkinfoodEgg White Perfect Pore Cleansing Foam | skintificDamask Rose Brightening Whipped Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $9.99 | $13.20+$3.21 | $9.96 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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