Holika Holika Aloe Facial Cleansing Foam
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CleansingLauryl hydroxysultaine, Myristic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Aloe Facial Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, palmitic acid, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Lauric acid + 1 moreNot delivered
“Contains 4% Jeju aloe juice to calm blemishes and skin irritations”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Nelumbo nucifera flower extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceWater~12–17%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~5.4–8%
Myristic acid~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePotassium hydroxide~1.4–2.2%
Sodium chloride~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.15%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.4–1%
Palmitic acid~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCapric acid~0.45–1.05%
Butylene glycol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 glycolBetula platyphylla japonica juice~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zea mays silk extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.1–0.5%
Propylene glycol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlycerin~0.15–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinCitrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Palmitic acid, Capric acid, Butylene glycol, Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Zea mays silk extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Centella asiatica extract, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| Holika HolikaAloe Facial Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | CHIFURECleansing Foam | CliniqueAll About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser | skintificDamask Rose Brightening Whipped Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | $9.25 | $13.20+$3.95 | $9.20 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Sodium Hyaluronate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruitssciencedirect.com
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