Works for
CleansingSucrose laurate, Sucrose stearate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Optimal Skin Pro-Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (linoleic acid, linolenic acid, 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
“The Optimal Skin Pro-Cleanser is a 3-in-1 skincare essential that works as a cleanser, gentle exfoliator and mask in one.”
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?
Irritancy15 strong irritants: Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 13 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 alkanesLimonene~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLevulinic acid~0.5–1.2%
Sucrose stearate~0.5–1.2%
Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.85%
- 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~0.35–0.8%
- 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 oilCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateEchium plantagineum seed oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin
More about Echium plantagineum seed oilLinoleic acid~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidTocopherol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 TocopherolSodium levulinate~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 filtrateParfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cymbopogon nardus oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.15–0.6%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilGeraniol~0.15–0.6%
Citric acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMaltodextrin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinMoringa oleifera seed extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Moringa oleifera seed extractJasminum officinale flower extract~0.15–0.6%
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.15–0.55%
- 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~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractLinolenic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower 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, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Levulinic acid, Sucrose stearate, Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Linoleic acid, Tocopherol, Sodium levulinate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Parfum, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Cymbopogon nardus oil, Linalool, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Geraniol, Citric acid, Maltodextrin, Moringa oleifera seed extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Linolenic acid, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Sodium hydroxide, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
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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.
| ESPAOptimal Skin Pro-CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | LOUMBe Calm Cleansing Balm | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | HoliFrogKissimmee Vitamin F Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | $72.00 | $42.78−$29.22 | $23.58−$48.42 | $38.17−$33.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 7 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Cbd | Beta-Sitosterol | Centella Asiatica Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| 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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- 4Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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