Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser: Geranium Leaf, Bergamot, Rosebud
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser: Geranium Leaf, Bergamot, Rosebud”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, coco-glucoside, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) 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: coco-glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus sinensis peel oil expressed + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~6–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideCoco-glucoside~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCellulose~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseAloe barbadensis leaf extract~2.1–2.5%
- 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 extractPelargonium graveolens flower oil~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus sinensis peel oil expressed~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salix alba bark extract~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCitrus reticulata peel oil~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant
More about Citrus reticulata peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSodium phytate~0.5–0.75%
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolDehydroacetic acid~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.1%
Citronellol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Coco-glucoside, Cellulose, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus sinensis peel oil expressed, Salix alba bark extract, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Sodium phytate, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol
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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.
| Grown AlchemistGentle Gel Facial Cleanser: Geranium Leaf, Bergamot, RosebudYOUR PRODUCT | SolverxSensitive Cleansing Gel | BiodermaHydrabio Foaming Gel | Institut EsthedermPURE CLEANSING GEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | $38.00 | $21.32−$16.68 | $21.07−$16.93 | $29.53−$8.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactobionic Acid | Mannitol | Glycerin |
| 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 4Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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