Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, C11-15 pareth-12 + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Tsubaki Cleansing Oil-Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c11-15 pareth-12, decyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy18 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Diglycerin~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinMethyl gluceth-20~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Decyl glucoside~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePeg-75~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75C11-15 pareth-12~1.9–2.4%
Ethoxydiglycol~1.6–1.9%
Lauryl glucoside~1.5–1.8%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSimmondsia chinensis seed extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed extractCamellia japonica seed oil~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.6–0.9%
- 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 oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- 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 oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilUndaria pinnatifida extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractEclipta prostrata extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oil1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLactobacillus ferment~0.2–0.4%
- 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 fermentHydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.4%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolAllantoin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinAcrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
More about Acrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymerAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerOryza sativa bran oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilPotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
More about Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilIngredient list view
Water, Diglycerin, Methyl gluceth-20, Decyl glucoside, Peg-75, C11-15 pareth-12, Ethoxydiglycol, Lauryl glucoside, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed extract, Camellia japonica seed oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Lactobacillus ferment, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene glycol, Allantoin, Acrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Oryza sativa bran oil, Potassium hydroxide, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil
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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 HouseTsubaki Cleansing Oil-GelYOUR PRODUCT | Slurp LaboratoriesGel | AhavaMineral Radiance Cleansing Gel | SallveLimpador facial com Niacinamida | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $28.00 | — | $30.79+$2.79 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Trehalose | Glycerin | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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