Institut Esthederm MICELLAR AFTER-SUN SHOWER GEL
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“MICELLAR AFTER-SUN SHOWER GEL”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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, glyceryl oleate
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Helping to prolong your tan through its exfoliating action, the formula will leave you smooth, clean and radiant from top to toe.”
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: Parfum, Linalool + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoamphoacetate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetatePropanediol~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateCitric acid~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCoco-glucoside~1.9–2.3%
- 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~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium citrate~1.1–1.3%
- 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 citrateParfum~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.65–1%
Fructooligosaccharides~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesRhamnose~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about RhamnosePropylene glycol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolLinalool~0.45–0.65%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.45–0.65%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalMica~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaGlycerin~0.45–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinLimonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePeumus boldus leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Carnosine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosinePentylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDisodium adenosine triphosphate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria digitata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about Tocopherol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolXanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLecithin~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAscorbyl palmitate~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateIngredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Propanediol, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Citric acid, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium citrate, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Fructooligosaccharides, Rhamnose, Propylene glycol, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Mica, Glycerin, Limonene, Peumus boldus leaf extract, Ci 77491, Carnosine, Pentylene glycol, Disodium adenosine triphosphate, Laminaria digitata extract, Tocopherol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Unknown, Unknown, Lecithin, Ascorbyl palmitate
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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.
| Institut EsthedermMICELLAR AFTER-SUN SHOWER GELYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaGel moussant cleanser | NUXERêve de Miel Ultra-Rich Cleansing Gel | ELEMISDynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 41% | 39% |
| Price | — | $11.34 | $11.18 | $45.24 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Mannitol | Gluconolactone | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 3
- 4Potentially beneficial effects of rhamnose on skin ageing: an in vitro and in vivo studypubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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