ESPA Men's Skincare Experience

ESPA Men's Skincare Experience

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Cleansing
Coco-glucoside, Polysorbate 20 + 12 more
Can be harsh
What the product description says
“Invigorating Facial Wash 50ml”
Source: Espa

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: sorbitan sesquioleate.

The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-glucoside.

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.

Coco-glucosideEffect: HighUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating~7.8–9.5%
Polysorbate 20Effect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~3–3.6%
Olive oil polyglyceryl-6 estersEffect: High~2.4–2.9%
Cera albaEffect: HighForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen~0.4–0.6%
Cetearyl alcoholEffect: HighA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.55%
Cetearyl glucosideEffect: HighHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture~0.3–0.5%
Glyceryl stearate seEffect: HighUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~0.3–0.5%
Methyl glucose sesquistearateEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~0.3–0.55%
Palmitic acidEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.3–0.6%
Stearyl alcoholEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.3–0.55%
Xanthan gumEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.25–0.4%
Sorbitan sesquioleateEffect: HighUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating~0.25–0.5%
Sucrose cocoateEffect: High~0.25–0.5%
LecithinEffect: High, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
23 strong irritants: Lavandula hybrida oil, Citrus limon peel oil + 21 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 42 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Coco-glucosideUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritatingHigh~7.8–9.5%est.
Lavandula hybrida oilPlant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergenHigh~0.6–0.85%est.
Citrus limon peel oilA highly irritating fragranceHigh~0.45–0.65%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.4–0.6%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.6%est.
Cymbopogon flexuosus oil—High~0.3–0.6%est.
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.3–0.5%est.
Mentha arvensis leaf oilUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Cymbopogon nardus oil—High~0.25–0.5%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA 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 skinHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Citrus aurantifolia oil—High~0.3–0.5%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil—High~0.25–0.45%est.
Sorbitan sesquioleateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Citrus sinensis peel extract—High~0.25–0.45%est.
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Pogostemon cablin leaf oilUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Menthol—High~0.25–0.45%est.
Zingiber officinale root oilAn essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Hamamelis virginiana waterA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.4%est.
Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAn essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Thymus vulgaris oil—High~0.25–0.4%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~1.6–2%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~1.4–1.8%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.65–1%est.
Canola oilA plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
Cera albaForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergenMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Phytic acidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmeticsMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPlant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredientsMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Methyl glucose sesquistearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~0.25–0.5%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~0.25–0.5%est.
C12-16 alcoholsHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's textureMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
Ricinus communis seed oilA plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistencyMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Comedogenic
5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
5 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~0.3–0.55%est.
Triticum vulgare germ oilA good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).3/5~0.3–0.55%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.3–0.55%est.
Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~0.3–0.5%est.
Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~0.3–0.5%est.

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Coco-glucoside~7.8–9.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

More about Coco-glucoside
Sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed oat protein~4.4–5.4%
Formula
Polysorbate 20~3–3.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Olive oil polyglyceryl-6 esters~2.4–2.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Olive oil polyglyceryl-6 esters
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

More about Phenoxyethanol
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~1.6–2%
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

More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate
Caprylyl glycol~1.4–1.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

More about Caprylyl glycol
Xylitylglucoside~1.1–1.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

More about Xylitylglucoside
Anhydroxylitol~0.95–1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function

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Citric acid~0.65–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Lavandula hybrida oil~0.6–0.85%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen

More about Lavandula hybrida oil
Xylitol~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

More about Xylitol
Citrus limon peel oil~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A highly irritating fragrance

More about Citrus limon peel oil
Allantoin~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces rednessReduces irritationExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Limonene~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

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

More about Limonene
Butylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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 glycol
Linalool~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool
Cymbopogon flexuosus oil~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · high
Citral~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Mentha arvensis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Cymbopogon nardus oil~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAntibacterial

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 oil
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · high
Geraniol~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Geraniol
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Glucose~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Water~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Kaolin~0.4–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MattifyingAnti-blemish

A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color

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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

An emollient that softens the skin

More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
Glycerin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Canola oil~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Canola oil
Cetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

More about Cetearyl alcohol
Zinc oxide~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant

More about Zinc oxide
Sorbitan sesquioleate~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

More about Sorbitan sesquioleate
Cera alba~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

More about Cera alba
Glyceryl stearate se~0.3–0.5%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

More about Glyceryl stearate se
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

More about Phenoxyethanol
Lactobacillus/cocoa fruit ferment filtrate~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Limonene~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

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

More about Limonene
Cetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

More about Cetearyl glucoside
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.3–0.55%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

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 butter
Dimethiconol meadowfoamate~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Hectorite~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Hectorite
Sucrose cocoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Sucrose cocoate
Citrus sinensis peel extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Menthyl pca~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Menthyl pca
Decapeptide-1~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Decapeptide-1
Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
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 oil
Citrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A highly irritating fragrance

More about Citrus limon peel oil
Pinus nigra bud/needle extract~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Pogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

More about Pogostemon cablin leaf oil
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Ethylhexylglycerin
Linalool~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool
Menthol~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Menthol
Zingiber officinale root oil~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity

More about Zingiber officinale root oil
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.25–0.5%
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

More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate
Phytic acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics

More about Phytic acid
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

More about Citric acid
Water~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

More about Water
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients

More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oil
Squalane~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

More about Squalane
Methyl glucose sesquistearate~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

More about Methyl glucose sesquistearate
Glycerin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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 Glycerin
Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.3–0.55%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).

More about Triticum vulgare germ oil
Canola oil~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Canola oil
Hamamelis virginiana water~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

More about Hamamelis virginiana water
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

More about Phenoxyethanol
Sorbitol~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

More about Sorbitol
Betula alba juice~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Sodium pca~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

More about Sodium pca
Limonene~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

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

More about Limonene
Sclerotium gum~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

More about Sclerotium gum
Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

More about Tocopherol
Glyceryl stearate se~0.3–0.5%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

More about Glyceryl stearate se
Stearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

More about Stearyl alcohol
Alcohol denat.~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

More about Alcohol denat.
Sodium lactate~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

More about Sodium lactate
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAntibacterialReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

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

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
C12-16 alcohols~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture

More about C12-16 alcohols
Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
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 oil
Citrus sinensis peel extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Pinus nigra bud/needle extract~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Pogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

More about Pogostemon cablin leaf oil
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.55%
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

More about Helianthus annuus seed oil
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Benzoic acid
Linalool~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool
Palmitic acid~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

More about Palmitic acid
Citrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A highly irritating fragrance

More about Citrus limon peel oil
Dehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Dehydroacetic acid
Lecithin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Lecithin
Phytic acid~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics

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Zingiber officinale root oil~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Geraniol~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Water~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Ricinus communis seed oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency

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Oenothera biennis oil~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatory

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Thymus vulgaris oil~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · high
Glyceryl polyacrylate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin

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Sclerotium gum~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

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Citrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A highly irritating fragrance

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Xanthan gum~0.25–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Limonene~0.2–0.35%
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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Benzoic acid~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Citral~0.1–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Coco-glucoside, Sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, Polysorbate 20, Olive oil polyglyceryl-6 esters, Phenoxyethanol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Caprylyl glycol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Citric acid, Lavandula hybrida oil, Xylitol, Citrus limon peel oil, Allantoin, Limonene, Butylene glycol, Linalool, Cymbopogon flexuosus oil, Citral, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Cymbopogon nardus oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Geraniol, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Glucose, Water, Kaolin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glycerin, Canola oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Zinc oxide, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Cera alba, Glyceryl stearate se, Phenoxyethanol, Lactobacillus/cocoa fruit ferment filtrate, Limonene, Cetearyl glucoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Dimethiconol meadowfoamate, Hectorite, Sucrose cocoate, Citrus sinensis peel extract, Menthyl pca, Decapeptide-1, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Pinus nigra bud/needle extract, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Menthol, Zingiber officinale root oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Phytic acid, Citric acid, Water, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Squalane, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Glycerin, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Canola oil, Hamamelis virginiana water, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitol, Betula alba juice, Sodium pca, Limonene, Sclerotium gum, Tocopherol, Glyceryl stearate se, Stearyl alcohol, Alcohol denat., Sodium lactate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, C12-16 alcohols, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus sinensis peel extract, Pinus nigra bud/needle extract, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Benzoic acid, Linalool, Palmitic acid, Citrus limon peel oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Lecithin, Phytic acid, Zingiber officinale root oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Caprylyl glycol, Geraniol, Citral, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Water, Glycerin, Ricinus communis seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Phenoxyethanol, Thymus vulgaris oil, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Sclerotium gum, Citrus limon peel oil, Xanthan gum, Limonene, Benzoic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citral, Linalool

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