Works for
CleansingGlyceryl oleate, Lauryl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Olympus Tea Detox Cleansing Wipes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl oleate, lauryl glucoside, olive oil peg-7 esters) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Retinyl palmitate + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~5.4–6.6%
- 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 extractBioflavonoids~4–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brassica oleracea italica extract~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.7–2%
- 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 extractDicaprylyl carbonate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateGlycerin~1.3–1.5%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl oleate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateLactic acid~0.65–1%
- 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 acidLauryl glucoside~0.75–1.1%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- 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 oilOlive oil peg-7 esters~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Olive oil peg-7 estersOlus oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilPanthenyl triacetate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin
More about Panthenyl triacetatePolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearatePropanediol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolRetinyl palmitate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateSideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oilSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolTriticum vulgare germ oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilZea mays germ oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Benzoic acid~0.15–0.3%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Bioflavonoids, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Glycerin, Glyceryl oleate, Lactic acid, Lauryl glucoside, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Olive oil peg-7 esters, Olus oil, Panthenyl triacetate, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Propanediol, Retinyl palmitate, Sideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sodium hydroxide, Tetrasodium edta, Tocopherol, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Zea mays germ oil, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum
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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.
| KORRESOlympus Tea Detox Cleansing WipesYOUR PRODUCT | Burt's BeesMicellar Cleansing Towelettes - 30 Count | EmbryolisseMicellar Lotion Cleanses - Removes Make-Up - Soothes | KoseSoftymo Makeup Removal Sheet 52 pcs - 4 Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 49% | 49% |
| Price | $16.37 | $6.86−$9.51 | $7.35−$9.02 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 12 | 1 of 12 | 0 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer | Urea | Polysorbate 80 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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