Glo Skin Beauty Phyto-Active Enzyme Cream Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Phyto-Active Enzyme Cream Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, polysorbate 60, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, stearic acid) 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: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“Smoothing: Exfoliating enzymes refine and smooth skin's texture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, Hamamelis virginiana water + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl isethionate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.5%
- 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 alcoholStearic acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateHydroxyethylcellulose~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseSodium cocoamphoacetate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetatePropanediol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolysorbate 60~0.4–0.9%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium gluconate~0.2–0.8%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSaccharide isomerate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAllantoin~0.1–0.45%
- 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 AllantoinSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Carica papaya fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCentella asiatica meristem cell culture~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium citrate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHamamelis virginiana water~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAlcohol~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 AlcoholPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Propanediol, Polysorbate 60, Potassium sorbate, Sodium gluconate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Saccharide isomerate, Tocopheryl acetate, Allantoin, Sodium hydroxide, Carica papaya fruit extract, Citric acid, Centella asiatica meristem cell culture, Sodium citrate, Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5
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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.
| Glo Skin BeautyPhyto-Active Enzyme Cream CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Farmacy BeautyGreen Clean Gentle Creamy Cleanser | MuradRenewing Cleansing Cream | PSA SkinReset: Açaí & Manuka Honey Nourishing Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $52.00 | $14.00−$38.00 | $21.47−$30.53 | $31.00−$21.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Lactic Acid | Sunflower Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5
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