Face Reality Skincare Ultra Gentle Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Ultra Gentle Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, xanthan gum) 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, decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, AlcoholMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.6–12.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinDecyl glucoside~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideXanthan gum~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolButylene glycol~1.4–2.1%
- 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 glycolFomes officinalis extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fungus extract that can help to create a temporary tightening feeling on the skin
More about Fomes officinalis extractCitric acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Hamamelis virginiana water~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPanthenol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Alcohol~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Decyl glucoside, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Fomes officinalis extract, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Hamamelis virginiana water, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol
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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.
| Face Reality SkincareUltra Gentle CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CAGlycerin Gentle Purifying Cleanser | Balea MedUltra Sensitive Facial Wash Gel | Marie HunterBotanical Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | $14.00 | $19.00+$5.00 | $5.76−$8.24 | $48.00+$34.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | — | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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