Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Polysorbate 20 + 7 moreCan be harsh
“s Musk Liquid Body Cleanser”
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 cocamidopropyl betaine.
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.
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks well
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 1 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~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateParfum~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolysorbate 20~2.8–3.4%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~2.5–3%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCocamide mea~1.6–2%
Glycerin~1.5–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium chloride~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Hexylene glycol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSalicylic acid~0.55–0.85%
- 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 acidDisodium edta~0.55–0.8%
Polyquaternium-7~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePeg-75 shea butter glycerides~0.5–0.75%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.65%
- 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 juiceBht~0.35–0.65%
Sodium pca~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCaramel~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeHydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalArgilla~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicatePrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis 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 hydroxide~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Parfum, Polysorbate 20, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Cocamide mea, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Hexylene glycol, Salicylic acid, Disodium edta, Polyquaternium-7, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Peg-75 shea butter glycerides, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Bht, Sodium pca, Caramel, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Argilla, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| Kiehl'ss Musk Liquid Body CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BIOTHERMLAIT SHOWER MILK | Baxter of CaliforniaInvigorating Body Wash - Citrus & Herbal Musk | Paula's choiceBody Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 81% | 81% | 80% |
| Price | — | $24.53 | $13.51 | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 2 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Tartaric Acid | Jojoba Oil | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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
- 2
- 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
- 6
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