Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Decyl glucoside + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Vitamin C Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, glyceryl oleate, shea butteramidopropyl betaine, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, 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: coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Anti-blemishSodium ascorbyl phosphate ~0.95–1.15%, below the ~5% it needs + 1 moreUnder-dosed
“Infused with coconut water, aloe, and a blend of green tea and sugar cane extracts, the multi-tasking cleanser helps to tone and refine the skin, prevent fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots, and decrease the appearance of blackheads and large pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~8.1–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineDecyl glucoside~5.1–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolShea butteramidopropyl betaine~2–2.5%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~1.6–2%
Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium lauryl sulfoacetateSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.95–1.15%
- 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 phosphateCoco-glucoside~0.8–1.2%
- 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-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateHydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersLactic acid~0.4–0.65%
- 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 acidSaccharum officinarum extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.65%
- 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 extractCitrus grandis peel oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCocos nucifera (coconut) liquid endosperm~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
- 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 extractLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilGlucosyl hesperidin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~0.3–0.5%
- 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- 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 extractCocos nucifera fruit juice~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSclerotium gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.25%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Propanediol, Shea butteramidopropyl betaine, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Lactic acid, Saccharum officinarum extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Citrus grandis peel oil, Cocos nucifera (coconut) liquid endosperm, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Glucosyl hesperidin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Salix alba bark extract, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenethyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Limonene
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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.
| InstaNaturalVitamin C CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OlivalAmino Gel | Eau de JonzacPure Purifying Cleansing Gel Organic | BYNACHTClean Sheets Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 38% |
| Price | $24.95 | — | $18.00−$6.95 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 18 | 4 of 18 | 4 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Copper Pca | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 29 studies and safety reviews.
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