Image skincare ILUMA intense brightening exfoliating cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glycinate, Coco-glucoside + 3 moreCleanses gently
“ILUMA intense brightening exfoliating cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationSalix nigra bark extract, Microcrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“ILUMA intense brightening exfoliating cleanser”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Geraniol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoyl glycinate~9.3–11.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinCellulose~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CellulosePropanediol~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 PropanediolAcrylates/palmeth-25 acrylate copolymer~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-glucoside~1.8–2.2%
- 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-glucosideMannitol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolCocamidopropyl betaine~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineMucor miehei extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera fruit powder~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix nigra bark extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilPhytic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidKaolin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 KaolinButylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 glycolSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
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-7Sodium citrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSilica~0.4–0.6%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Geraniol~0.2–0.4%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCi 77007~0.1–0.15%
Ci 77492~0.05–0.1%
Ci 77891~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Glycerin, Cellulose, Propanediol, Acrylates/palmeth-25 acrylate copolymer, Coco-glucoside, Mannitol, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Mucor miehei extract, Cocos nucifera fruit powder, Salix nigra bark extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Phytic acid, Kaolin, Butylene glycol, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium citrate, Silica, Potassium sorbate, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Citronellol, Linalool, Limonene, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 77007, Ci 77492, Ci 77891
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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.
| Image skincareILUMA intense brightening exfoliating cleanserYOUR PRODUCT | DiorPrestige Cleansing Micellar Mousse | Doll 10Genius Daily Dissolve Enzyme Clay Cleanser With Reishi Mushroom | ShiseidoSenka All Clear Double W | |
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| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | $41.00 | — | $42.15+$1.15 | $13.70−$27.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lauric Acid | Niacinamide | Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains 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.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 4Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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