Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle Matter Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamide mipa, cocamidopropyl betaine) 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: ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Equisetum arvense extract, Geranium maculatum extract + 2 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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Camellia sinensis leaf water~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Green tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis leaf waterCamellia sinensis extract~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractGinkgo biloba leaf extract~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.6–4%
- 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 juiceAmmonium lauryl sulfate~2–3%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineOlea europaea fruit oil~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilTaraxacum officinale extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergen
More about Taraxacum officinale extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1.1%
- 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 acetateEquisetum arvense extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Equisetum arvense extractGeranium maculatum extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Geranium maculatum extractRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Carica papaya fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Borago officinalis seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCocos nucifera fruit powder~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractChondrus crispus extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractCucumis melo inodorus fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oenothera biennis oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerCocamide mipa~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Surfactant - foam booster, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, foam boosting, surfactant, and viscosity controlling. Comes from coconut acid. Doesn't appear to be a common irritant
More about Cocamide mipaSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Camellia sinensis leaf water, Camellia sinensis extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Olea europaea fruit oil, Taraxacum officinale extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Equisetum arvense extract, Geranium maculatum extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cocos nucifera fruit powder, Chamomilla recutita extract, Chondrus crispus extract, Cucumis melo inodorus fruit extract, Oenothera biennis oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cocamide mipa, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| KLURGentle Matter CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Brickell Men's ProductsAcne Controlling Face Wash for Men | Doctor OrOily OR FORTE Therapeutic Cleansing Gel for Oily Acne Prone Skin | SukinSensitive Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | $40.00 | $23.00−$17.00 | — | $8.98−$31.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 10 | 1 of 10 | 1 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | High | 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Cosmeceutical Critique: Ginkgo Bilobamdedge.com
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- 4Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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