Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Hydrating Foam Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPotassium cocoyl glycinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 4 moreCan be harsh
“A luxurious foaming cleanser that works to remove makeup and impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people sodium methyl cocoyl taurate.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~23–34%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium cocoyl glycinate~5–7.5%
Water~4.4–6.6%
Potassium myristoyl glutamate~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium pca~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaGlycine soja oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilCitric acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateSodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate~0.6–1.35%
Glycine soja sterols~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsLinoleic acid~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acidSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractGlycyrrhetinic acid~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidGlyceryl stearate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateWhey protein~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A protein derived from milk. In skincare products, might help to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Whey proteinAdenosine phosphate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to stimulate collagen production in skin
More about Adenosine phosphateGlycol distearate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePhytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Glycerin, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Water, Potassium myristoyl glutamate, Sodium pca, Glycine soja oil, Citric acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Sodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate, Glycine soja sterols, Linoleic acid, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Whey protein, Adenosine phosphate, Glycol distearate, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Estée LauderRe-Nutriv Hydrating Foam CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | I'm fromRice Whip Facial Cleanser | CliniqueFoaming Sonic Facial Soap | PhilosophyNature In A Jar Gentle Detoxifying Cleanser With Agave | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | — | $10.27 | $28.26 | $27.93 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Caffeine | Jojoba Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Kiehl's Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating CleanserSKIN 1004. Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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