Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20 + 1 moreCan be harsh
“Purifying Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: benzalkonium chloride.
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“It helps prevent future breakouts and leaves skin feeling calm and balance.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Chlorhexidine dihydrochlorideMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~6.7–10%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Paraffinum liquidum~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumIsopropyl myristate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateBenzalkonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Also used as a preservative. Can be irritating
More about Benzalkonium chlorideChlorhexidine dihydrochloride~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Paraffinum liquidum, Isopropyl myristate, Benzalkonium chloride, Chlorhexidine dihydrochloride, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| FreedermPurifying CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Epadermcream | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | DermalexPsoriasis Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | — | $4.96 | $34.80 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Dimethicone | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: skintific Centella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup RemoverEmbryolisse Lait Crème Fluid
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 2 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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