Kind Natured Brightening Exfoliating Face Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Brightening Exfoliating Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate) 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
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.1–0.2%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Brightening Exfoliating Face Wash”
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Juglans regia shell powder, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~9.9–12.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateJuglans regia shell powder~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~3.2–4%
- 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 crosspolymerCocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.6–2%
Parfum~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolysorbate 20~1.1–1.4%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Glycerin~0.6–0.85%
- 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 benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePersea gratissima oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Panthenol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium phytate~0.3–0.55%
Cyperus rotundus root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilMaltodextrin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPanax ginseng root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractLactic acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Silica~0.2–0.4%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~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 LimoneneCitral~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Juglans regia shell powder, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Parfum, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Potassium sorbate, Glycerin, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Persea gratissima oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Sodium phytate, Cyperus rotundus root extract, Citrus grandis peel oil, Maltodextrin, Panax ginseng root extract, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Silica, Eugenol, Limonene, Citral
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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.
| Kind NaturedBrightening Exfoliating Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | OuaiDetox Face Cleanser Cape Town | Derma EVitamin C Daily Brightening Cleanser | K-SECRETHyaluronic Acid Secret Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $30.00 | $17.95 | $15.87 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin C | Retinol | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 4Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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