Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Lauric acid + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Biore Makeup Remover Creamy Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people decyl glucoside.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Alcohol, Citrus limon fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sorbitol~6.4–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolMyristic acid~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidDecyl glucoside~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePotassium hydroxide~1.7–2.6%
Sodium laureth sulfate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateEthylhexylglycerin~1.2–1.8%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~1.3–2%
Sodium hydroxide~0.85–1.25%
Trisodium edta~0.5–1.2%
Alcohol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- 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 crosspolymerHydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseTocopherol~0.2–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolCitrus limon fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractMalpighia glabra fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Malpighia glabra fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxidePeg-6~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Butylene glycol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 glycolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Sorbitol, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Decyl glucoside, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium laureth sulfate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Sodium hydroxide, Trisodium edta, Alcohol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Tocopherol, Citrus limon fruit extract, Malpighia glabra fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Titanium dioxide, Peg-6, Butylene glycol, Parfum
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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.
| KaoBiore Makeup Remover Creamy FoamYOUR PRODUCT | BEYONDMiracle For.Rest Soft Foam Cleanser BREATHE Edition | Holika HolikaAloe Facial Cleansing Foam | Etude HouseWonder Pore Deep Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | $13.21 | $36.60+$23.39 | $9.25−$3.96 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Glycerin | Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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