Kose DECORTE AQ MELIORITY Repair Cleansing Cream N
Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate + 13 moreCan be harsh
“DECORTE AQ MELIORITY Repair Cleansing Cream N”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sorbitan sesquioleate.
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?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Paraffinum liquidum~26–32%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumWater~12–15%
Butylene glycol~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~3.9–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl alcohol~3.2–3.9%
- 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 alcoholPetrolatum~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumPersea gratissima oil~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilEleutherococcus senticosus root extract~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oyster extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1–1.3%
- 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 tetraisopalmitate~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateTocopherol~0.7–1.05%
- 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 TocopherolPalmitoyl pentapeptide-4~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4Santalum album extract~0.65–0.95%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- 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 oilMaltose~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed collagen~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenHydrolyzed soybean extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.55–0.8%
Algin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginAlcohol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholOleyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
Ethyl oleate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethyl oleate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It derives from an oleic acid. In skincare, it is used to soften the upper layer of the skin, improve the product texture and smell
More about Ethyl oleateSorbitan oleate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateCarbomer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCandelilla cera~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Succinic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium succinate~0.5–0.75%
Oryza sativa bran wax~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cholesterol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolDimethicone~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSqualane~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneStearic acid~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl stearate~0.5–0.8%
- 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 stearateSorbitan stearate~0.45–0.7%
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.7–1.05%
Sorbitan sesquioleate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateTrilaureth-4 phosphate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Trilaureth-4 phosphateParaffin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinBehenyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPolysorbate 20~0.45–0.65%
Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSodium lactate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactatePhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium dioxide~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Paraffinum liquidum, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Petrolatum, Persea gratissima oil, Eleutherococcus senticosus root extract, Unknown, Unknown, Oyster extract, Unknown, Salix alba bark extract, Unknown, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Santalum album extract, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Maltose, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydrolyzed soybean extract, Bht, Algin, Alcohol, Oleyl alcohol, Ethyl oleate, Sorbitan oleate, Carbomer, Candelilla cera, Succinic acid, Disodium succinate, Oryza sativa bran wax, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Squalane, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Sorbitan stearate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Trilaureth-4 phosphate, Paraffin, Unknown, Behenyl alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Lecithin, Sodium hydroxide, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium lactate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| KoseDECORTE AQ MELIORITY Repair Cleansing Cream NYOUR PRODUCT | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | DermalexPsoriasis Cream | KaneboTwany Cleansing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 44% | 39% |
| Price | $89.00 | $34.80−$54.20 | — | $44.30−$44.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 28 | 3 of 28 | 6 of 28 |
| Key difference | — | Polysorbate 80 | Polysorbate 60 | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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