Estée Lauder Nutritious 2-in-1 Foam Cleanser
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CleansingMyristic acid, Behenic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Nutritious 2-in-1 Foam Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (behenic acid, glycol distearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, stearic acid) 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: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.6–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinBehenic acid~3.1–3.8%
Palmitic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidPotassium hydroxide~2–2.4%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateLauric acid~1.5–1.9%
- 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 acidStearic acid~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMontmorillonite~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A clay mineral. Can absorb oil from the surface of the skin
More about MontmorilloniteLaminaria saccharina extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractPorphyridium cruentum extract~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractLactobacillus ferment~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentNiacinamide~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideHydrolyzed rice extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that is claimed to be helpful in moisturizing and lightening the skin, but evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed rice extractPunica granatum extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractZinc pca~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractSodium phytate~0.25–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Glycol distearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateButylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 glycolDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Polyquaternium-7~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Behenic acid, Palmitic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Lauric acid, Stearic acid, Montmorillonite, Laminaria saccharina extract, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed rice extract, Punica granatum extract, Zinc pca, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Sodium phytate, Potassium sorbate, Glycol distearate, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Polyquaternium-7, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Estée LauderNutritious 2-in-1 Foam CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | skintificDamask Rose Brightening Whipped Cream Cleanser | La Roche-PosayLipikar AP+ Body & Face Wash | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 78% | 78% |
| Price | $30.00 | — | $19.99−$10.01 | $12.39−$17.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 16 | 3 of 16 | 3 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Glucan | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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