Holika Holika Pure Essence Mugwort Foam Cleanser
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CleansingMyristic acid, Lauric acid + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Pure Essence Mugwort Foam Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, polysorbate 20, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, 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 methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“Purifying Charcoal Powder acts as a lightweight exfoliant, buffing away dead skin cells without stripping away vital moisture.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.3–9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3–3.7%
- 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 glycolPotassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Lauric acid~2–2.4%
- 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 acidPeg-32~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Palmitic acid~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidBeeswax~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxStearic acid~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acid1,2-hexanediol~0.65–0.95%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneArtemisia princeps leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 glycolGlyceryl stearate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePolysorbate 20~0.45–0.7%
Allantoin~0.3–0.6%
- 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 AllantoinCanadian colloidal clay~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Houttuynia cordata extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.45–0.65%
- 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 extractSaponaria officinalis extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractCharcoal powder~0.45–0.65%
Polyquaternium-7~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Propanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSilica~0.45–0.65%
Peg-14m~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeTriethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Chromium oxide greens~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Peg-32, Palmitic acid, Beeswax, Stearic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Polysorbate 20, Allantoin, Canadian colloidal clay, Houttuynia cordata extract, Centella asiatica extract, Saponaria officinalis extract, Oryza sativa extract, Charcoal powder, Polyquaternium-7, Propanediol, Silica, Peg-14m, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Chromium oxide greens, Ci 77492, Parfum
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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 HolikaPure Essence Mugwort Foam CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OngredientsSkin Barrier Moisture Deep Cleanser | sieroDustin Dun Cleansing Foam | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYMoisture Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 40% |
| Price | $11.61 | $10.14−$1.47 | $38.73+$27.12 | $14.20+$2.59 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 13 | 9 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Salicylic Acid | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | Medium | 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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