HydroPeptide Cleansing Gel
Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“This foaming cleanser effectively removes makeup, dirt and excess oil without causing irritation to even the most sensitive skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, lauramidopropyl betaine, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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-betaine
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
“Sebacic acid prevents breakouts and hyaluronic acid delivers skin-brightening hydration without a greasy residue.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-betaine~7.9–9.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateLauramidopropyl betaine~4.2–5.2%
Propanediol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenethyl alcohol~1.9–2.3%
Polysorbate 20~1.6–2%
Caprylyl glycol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLactic acid~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1–1.2%
- 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 triglycerideArginine/lysine polypeptide~0.65–1%
- 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 Arginine/lysine polypeptideLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.55–0.85%
- 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 filtrateCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- 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 extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Menthyl ethylamido oxalate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a cooling sensation on the skin. Does not have a skin benefit
More about Menthyl ethylamido oxalateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.4–0.6%
Citrus limon peel extract~0.35–0.65%
Limonene~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAllantoin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 AllantoinCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- 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 extractGeranium maculatum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Geranium maculatum extractHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphatePseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSodium cocoyl hydrolyzed amaranth protein~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSebacic acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium salicylate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateSorbic acid~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Propanediol, Phenethyl alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl glycol, Lactic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Arginine/lysine polypeptide, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Menthyl ethylamido oxalate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Limonene, Allantoin, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Geranium maculatum extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Pseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed amaranth protein, Citric acid, Sebacic acid, Sodium salicylate, Sorbic acid
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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.
| HydroPeptideCleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaLactic Acid Micellar Wash Gel | PCA SKINFacial Wash | Victoria Beckham BeautyDaily Lactic Acid Gel Cleanser Nettoyant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $15.00 | — | $42.00+$27.00 | $76.00+$61.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 1 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Benzophenone-4 | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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