Works for
CleansingSodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Rice Powder Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coconut acid, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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
“Rice Powder: A gentle, micronized exfoliant that unclogs pores and removes dead skin cells, softening the skin without causing micro-tears.”
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.
Anti-blemishKaolin, AllantoinNot delivered
“Rice Powder: A gentle, micronized exfoliant that unclogs pores and removes dead skin cells, softening the skin without causing micro-tears.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Kaolin~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinOryza sativa powder~6.2–9.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dicalcium phosphate~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateWater~2.9–4.3%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateOlea europaea fruit oil~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSodium cocoyl glycinate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateSodium chloride~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractAcer saccharum extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateSaccharum officinarum extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractTocopherol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolAllantoin~0.35–0.8%
- 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 AllantoinVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractBetaine~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractGeranium robertianum extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coconut acid~0.35–0.85%
Glycerin~0.15–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinHeterotheca inuloides flower extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.1–0.3%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Kaolin, Oryza sativa powder, Dicalcium phosphate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Water, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Sodium chloride, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Acer saccharum extract, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Saccharum officinarum extract, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Betaine, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Geranium robertianum extract, Coconut acid, Glycerin, Heterotheca inuloides flower extract, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium dehydroacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin
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| HumanraceRice Powder CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueFresh Pressed Renewing Powder Cleanser with Pure Vitamin C | GarnierEXPRESS ACLARA ANTI IMPERFECCIONES Anti-blemish moisturizing cleansing gel with salicylic acid and ceramides for sensitive skin | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | $42.03 | $33.25−$8.78 | — | $4.99−$37.04 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin C | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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