Etude House Cryosea Firming Icy-cold Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A cold-as-ice cleanser that helps plump, retexturise and smooth out fine lines thanks to potent AHAs and Boscia's Cryosea blend which firms skin to restore a youthful bounce-back to the complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, hydroxyproline, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“AHAs resurface skin effectively but gently enough for daily use.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Menthol, Menthyl lactate + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolChondrus crispus extract~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractLaminaria digitata extract~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractMaris aqua~1.6–2%
Sodium hyaluronate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMenthol~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Menthyl lactate~0.95–1.15%
Glycolic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidMalic acid~0.55–0.8%
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCitric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSimmondsia chinensis seed extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed extractEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractMentha piperita oil~0.3–0.6%
Sodium pca~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHydroxyproline~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking
More about HydroxyprolineProline~0.3–0.5%
Glycerin~0.25–0.5%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.3%
Propanediol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPanthenol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium phytate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Butylene glycol, Chondrus crispus extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Maris aqua, Sodium hyaluronate, Menthol, Menthyl lactate, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Malic acid, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citric acid, Simmondsia chinensis seed extract, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Mentha piperita oil, Sodium pca, Hydroxyproline, Proline, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Propanediol, Panthenol, Sodium phytate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| Etude HouseCryosea Firming Icy-cold CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | COSRXThe AHA BHA PHA LHA 35 Peel | Colleen Rothschild BeautyGlycolic Acid Peel Pads with Blue Agave | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | — | — | $10.46 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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