Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Glyceryl oleate + 8 moreCan be harsh
“Cream Cleanser (100ml)”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people glyceryl oleate.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy18 strong irritants: Santalum album oil, Citrus reticulata extract + 16 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceGlycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilCetearyl alcohol~2.9–4.4%
- 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 alcoholStearic acid~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDicaprylyl ether~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPotassium olivoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.2–1.8%
- 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 oilGlyceryl oleate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlyceryl stearate~0.6–1.35%
- 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 stearateXanthan gum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPersea gratissima oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilRosa canina seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilMorinda citrifolia fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTocopherol~0.3–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolBeta-sitosterol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolSantalum album oil~0.15–0.55%
Citrus reticulata extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.1–0.4%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilRosa centifolia flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- 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 flower extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateOlea europaea fruit oil~0.1–0.45%
- 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 oilSqualene~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneLecithin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinWater~0.1–0.35%
Quartz~0.1–0.5%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.3%
Citric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactic acid~0.1–0.3%
- 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 benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.35%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneFarnesol~0.05–0.3%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.3%
- 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 juiceRosa damascena flower water~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterGlycerin~0.1–0.4%
- 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 pca~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaWater~0.1–0.35%
Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateMorinda citrifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractMalpighia glabra fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Malpighia glabra fruit extractPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilTocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolSodium levulinate~0.1–0.3%
Sodium anisate~0.1–0.35%
Maltodextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinMaris sal~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salLactic acid~0.1–0.3%
- 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 acidQuartz~0.1–0.5%
Citronellol~0.05–0.3%
Geraniol~0.05–0.3%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.4%
- 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 juiceCetearyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~0.1–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPersea gratissima oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilOlea europaea fruit oil~0.15–0.5%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- 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 oilCetearyl olivate~0.1–0.45%
Sorbitan olivate~0.1–0.45%
Cetearyl glucoside~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideMorinda citrifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- 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 oilJuniperus virginiana oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilGuaiacum officinale wood oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSantalum spicata wood oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.1–0.35%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPunica granatum sterols~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterDicaprylyl carbonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateXanthan gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumRosa canina seed oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- 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 flower extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractRosa centifolia flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolBeta-sitosterol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolSqualene~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateBisabolol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 BisabololQuartz~0.15–0.65%
Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.6%
Citric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.55%
Water~0.15–0.55%
Farnesol~0.1–0.45%
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Geraniol~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Dicaprylyl ether, Potassium olivoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glyceryl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Xanthan gum, Persea gratissima oil, Rosa canina seed oil, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Benzyl alcohol, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Santalum album oil, Citrus reticulata extract, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ascorbyl palmitate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Squalene, Lecithin, Water, Quartz, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Potassium hydroxide, Linalool, Limonene, Farnesol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Rosa damascena flower water, Glycerin, Sodium pca, Water, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Glyceryl caprylate, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Malpighia glabra fruit extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Tocopherol, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Maltodextrin, Maris sal, Lactic acid, Quartz, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl glucoside, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Juniperus virginiana oil, Guaiacum officinale wood oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Santalum spicata wood oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Benzyl alcohol, Punica granatum sterols, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Xanthan gum, Rosa canina seed oil, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Squalene, Ascorbyl palmitate, Bisabolol, Quartz, Potassium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Water, Farnesol, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
| KORA Organics3 Step System - DryYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | OmoroviczaNight Time Heroes | BeautycounterCounterstart Cococream cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 31% | 30% |
| Price | — | — | $197.85 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 22 | 11 of 22 | 10 of 22 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 33 studies and safety reviews.
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