Gillette Fusion Shave Gel with Almond Oil, For Sensitive Skin
Works for
CleansingPalmitic acid, Triethanolamine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Its formula cleanses, protects, hydrates, soothes, and refreshes.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl oleate, palmitic acid, stearic acid, triethanolamine) 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: glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Menthol + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Palmitic acid~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTriethanolamine~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineIsopentane~3.5–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl oleate~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateStearic acid~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinIsobutane~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sorbitol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolParfum~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxyethylcellulose~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePeg-45m~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Menthol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.65–0.95%
Limonene~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePvm/ma copolymer~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSilica~0.45–0.65%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateCi 42053~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 42090~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Palmitic acid, Triethanolamine, Isopentane, Glyceryl oleate, Stearic acid, Glycerin, Isobutane, Sorbitol, Parfum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Peg-45m, Menthol, Linalool, Limonene, Pvm/ma copolymer, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Silica, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ascorbyl palmitate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Ci 42053, Ci 42090
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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.
| GilletteFusion Shave Gel with Almond Oil, For Sensitive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | FlamingoFoaming Shave Gel | Etude HouseEveryday Gel-to-Mousse Cleanser | BulldogFoaming Original Shave Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 44% | 42% |
| Price | — | $15.27 | $30.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Oleic Acid | Camelina Sativa Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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