Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Besties Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mipa, cocamidopropyl betaine, polysorbate 20, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishSodium ascorbyl phosphate ~0.5–0.75%, below the ~5% it needsUnder-dosed
“All Besties products are clean, gentle and made with Vitamin C. Besties is gentle enough for all skin types and tones and can be used daily to help prevent blemishes and protect skin from dirt, oil and everyday pollution.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.2–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAloe barbadensis leaf juice~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCocamide mipa~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaAcrylates copolymer~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~1.3–1.6%
Glycerin~1.1–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.9%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- 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. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractHibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.15%
- 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 extractSodium chloride~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium glycolate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cocamide mipa, Acrylates copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Aloe barbadensis extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium chloride, Sodium glycolate
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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.
| InstaNaturalBesties CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | RoC SkincareBarrier Renew Gel-To-Foam Cleanser | VitaminSea.beautyRed Algae Coconut Oil Gel Facial Cleanser | K-SECRETHyaluronic Acid Secret Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $9.99 | $12.99+$3.00 | — | $16.00+$6.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ng | Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Sundari Gentle Gel CleanserDerma E Vitamin C Daily Brightening Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Sodium ascorbyl phosphate in topical microemulsionssciencedirect.com
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