Works for
CleansingSucrose laurate, Sucrose stearateCleanses gently
“Optimal Pro-Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sucrose laurate, sucrose stearate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Use as an effective cleanser, exfoliator or mask to nourish skin and leave you with a bighter more youthful looking complexion.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~4.6–7%
- 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 GlycerinJojoba esters~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersLactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~2.7–4.1%
Sucrose laurate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose lauratePersea gratissima oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilCoconut alkanes~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneVaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilSucrose stearate~0.45–1.1%
Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCitrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- 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~0.35–0.75%
- 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 oilParfum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.75%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.2–0.7%
- 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 filtrateLinalool~0.15–0.6%
Moringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractJasminum officinale flower extract~0.15–0.55%
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilDisodium phosphate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Jojoba esters, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Water, Sucrose laurate, Persea gratissima oil, Coconut alkanes, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Sucrose stearate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Linalool, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Disodium phosphate, Citric acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
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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.
| ESPAOptimal Pro-CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | LOUMBe Calm Cleansing Balm | BIOEFFECTVolcanic Exfoliator | DoréLe Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 36% |
| Price | — | $42.78 | $56.38 | $11.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Cbd | Azelaic Acid | Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3Biological Activities and Safety of Citrus spp. Essential Oilsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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