Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 20, Coco-glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Face Cleansers Purifying Micellar Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, polysorbate 20, polysorbate 60) 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: coco-glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy22 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Parfum + 20 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinXylitylglucoside~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosidePolysorbate 20~3.1–3.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAnhydroxylitol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolCoco-glucoside~1.8–2.2%
- 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-glucosideSorbitol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolRosa damascena flower water~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterSodium pca~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaParfum~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXylitol~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolHamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extractBenzyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholAllantoin~0.6–0.85%
- 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 AllantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin~0.55–0.85%
Glucose~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSodium lactate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateHydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseLimonene~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.4–0.6%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.35–0.65%
- 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
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCymbopogon martini oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilPelargonium graveolens oil~0.35–0.65%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.4–0.6%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.35–0.65%
Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil~0.35–0.65%
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLinalool~0.3–0.6%
Lactic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidEugenol~0.3–0.55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCitrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium amara peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Illicium verum fruit/seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilRosa centifolia flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitral~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzoic acid~0.15–0.25%
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilJasminum officinale flower extract~0.1–0.15%
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractDisodium phosphate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphatePolysorbate 60~0.05–0.1%
Sodium phosphate~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Xylitylglucoside, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Anhydroxylitol, Coco-glucoside, Sorbitol, Rosa damascena flower water, Sodium pca, Parfum, Xylitol, Hamamelis virginiana bark/leaf/twig extract, Benzyl alcohol, Allantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucose, Sodium lactate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Limonene, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Cananga odorata flower oil, Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil, Caprylyl glycol, Linalool, Lactic acid, Eugenol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Citrus aurantium amara peel oil, Illicium verum fruit/seed oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citral, Citric acid, Benzoic acid, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Disodium phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium phosphate
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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.
| ESPAFace Cleansers Purifying Micellar CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaAtoderm Shower Gel | DoréLa Micellaire | Kate SomervilleDeliKate™ Soothing Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 41% | 40% |
| Price | — | $7.56 | $28.00 | $13.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside | Ceramide Ap |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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