KORA Organics Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate, stearic acid, xanthan gum) 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: glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 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~4.3–6.4%
- 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~3–4.4%
- 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~2.6–4%
- 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~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.2–1.9%
- 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~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlyceryl stearate~0.8–1.2%
- 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~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPersea gratissima oil~0.45–1%
- 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~0.35–0.85%
- 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~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.75%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.6%
- 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 extractRosa centifolia flower extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractCedrus atlantica wood oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bisabolol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 BisabololTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- 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-sitosterolAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.6%
- 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~0.2–0.7%
- 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~0.3–0.7%
- 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~0.3–0.7%
- 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~0.15–0.5%
Quartz~0.15–0.65%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.35%
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~0.1–0.35%
- 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~0.1–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Unknown, 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, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Cedrus atlantica wood oil, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Squalene, Lecithin, Water, Quartz, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| KORA OrganicsGentle Cleanser for Sensitive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | ALASTIN SkincareUltra Calm Cleansing Cream | Eve Taylor LondonEve Taylor Ultra Soothing Cleanser | Manuka DoctorAnti-Redness Gentle Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | $48.00 | $58.00+$10.00 | $26.74−$21.26 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceteareth-20 | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 27 studies and safety reviews.
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