Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glutamateCan be harsh
“Clay Gel Facial Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.5–6.8%
- 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 GlycerinBentonite~3.7–5.6%
Butylene glycol~2.7–4%
- 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 glycolSorbitol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolSodium cocoyl glutamate~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateIsomalt~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltPentylene glycol~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSea silt~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaolin~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinAloe vera leaf extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yogurt~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.75%
- 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 glycyrrhizateRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilSilica~0.1–0.45%
Sodium carbomer~0.05–0.2%
Maltodextrin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Bentonite, Butylene glycol, Sorbitol, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Isomalt, Pentylene glycol, Sea silt, Kaolin, Aloe vera leaf extract, Yogurt, Lactobacillus, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Silica, Sodium carbomer, Maltodextrin
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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.
| FanclClay Gel Facial WashYOUR PRODUCT | Etude HouseMaking Spirits Bright: The Best of boscia | DieuxBaptism Gel Cleanser | ACWELLpH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $42.00 | $34.00 | $13.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 1 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Betaine | Hyaluronic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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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.
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- 6Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gelpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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