Works for
CleansingCapryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamide, Lauroyl/myristoyl methyl glucamide + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Purifying Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamide, coco-glucoside, lauroyl/myristoyl methyl glucamide, sucrose cocoate, xanthan gum) 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: capryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamide, coco-glucoside
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Burdock is a soothing antioxidant that gently exfoliates the skin.”
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Capryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamide~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be irritating
More about Capryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamideLauroyl/myristoyl methyl glucamide~4.4–5.4%
Coco-glucoside~4–4.9%
- 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-glucosideSucrose cocoate~2.3–2.8%
Glycerin~2–2.5%
- 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 GlycerinSpondias mombin pulp extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mangifera indica pulp extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.3–1.6%
- 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 triglycerideCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.8–1.2%
Citrus nobilis fruit extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.55–0.8%
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractCitrus limon peel extract~0.4–0.65%
Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eugenia caryophyllus flower extractLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.6%
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.3–0.55%
Musa sapientum pulp extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus reticulata fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Arctium lappa root extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractXanthan gum~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Propanediol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPentylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPhenethyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Capryloyl/caproyl methyl glucamide, Lauroyl/myristoyl methyl glucamide, Coco-glucoside, Sucrose cocoate, Glycerin, Spondias mombin pulp extract, Mangifera indica pulp extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Musa sapientum pulp extract, Citrus reticulata fruit extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Propanediol, Pentylene glycol, Phenethyl alcohol
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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.
| Indie LeePurifying Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | SallveLimpador facial com Niacinamida | Kate SomervilleEradiKate 3% Sulfur Daily Foaming Cleanser | goopDaily Detox Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $36.00 | — | $15.30−$20.70 | $30.40−$5.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 6 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Oatmeal Extract | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
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