Kate Somerville Purify Clarifying Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Purify Clarifying Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glycol stearate, methyl gluceth-10, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium laureth sulfate) 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, sodium laureth sulfate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Purify Clarifying Cleanser”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Menthyl lactate, Rosmarinus officinalis extract + 5 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 laureth sulfate~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.8–7.1%
- 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~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycol stearate~2.3–2.8%
Methyl gluceth-10~1.9–2.3%
Sodium chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMenthyl lactate~1.4–1.7%
Salicylic acid~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidGlycerin~1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinPpg-26-buteth-26~0.75–1.1%
Butylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~0.5–0.7%
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilMentha piperita oil~0.25–0.4%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium citrate~0.15–0.3%
- 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 citrateDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateLimonene~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 LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycol stearate, Methyl gluceth-10, Sodium chloride, Menthyl lactate, Salicylic acid, Glycerin, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Mentha piperita oil, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Kate SomervillePurify Clarifying CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | Eau PrécieuseClearskin Cleansing Gel | RiReAll Kill Acne Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 84% | 84% |
| Price | — | $7.82 | $8.34 | $33.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Laureth-3 | Lauric Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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