Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Glyceryl stearate + 8 moreCleanses gently
“DeliKate™ Soothing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, cholesterol, glyceryl stearate, linoleic acid, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Zingiber officinale root extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium 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%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.1–7.4%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~2.8–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearatePropanediol~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 PropanediolGlyceryl stearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholXylitylglucoside~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideBetaine~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePhospholipids~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsLinoleic acid~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidGlycine soja sterols~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsCeramide np~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopPhytosphingosine~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.3–0.6%
- 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 juiceTasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cucumis sativus seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ectoin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinHydroxyectoin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateZingiber officinale root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractBisabolol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolRosmarinus 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 extractCarbomer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerAnhydroxylitol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolOryza sativa bran extract~0.2–0.4%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
Stearic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSodium lauroyl glutamate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateSaccharide isomerate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateXylitol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.25%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilXanthan gum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.1%
- 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 citrateIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Propanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Betaine, Phospholipids, Linoleic acid, Glycine soja sterols, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract, Cucumis sativus seed oil, Ectoin, Hydroxyectoin, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Zingiber officinale root extract, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Carbomer, Anhydroxylitol, Oryza sativa bran extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Stearic acid, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Saccharide isomerate, Xylitol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sodium citrate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Kate SomervilleDeliKate Soothing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaAtoderm Shower Gel | DoréLa Micellaire | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 39% |
| Price | $44.00 | $7.52−$36.48 | $28.00−$16.00 | $14.43−$29.57 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 26 | 3 of 26 | 10 of 26 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside | Avena Sativa Kernel Flour |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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