Works for
CleansingPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Lauric acid + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Sekkisei Facial Essence Soap”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauric acid, peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Propylene glycol~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolWater~12–17%
Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilOlea europaea fruit oil~3.3–4.9%
- 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 oilLauric acid~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidDipotassium glycyrrhizate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateSwertia japonica extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica acutiloba root extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~1.1–1.6%
- 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 TocopherolHouttuynia cordata extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-51~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Malus domestica fruit extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Malus domestica fruit extractButylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolDisodium edta~0.4–0.95%
Peg-9m~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 AlcoholTetrasodium etidronate~0.35–0.85%
Glycerin~0.35–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidTalc~0.4–0.9%
Polyquaternium-10~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Polyquaternium-7~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Lauroyl lysine~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineMalic acid~0.15–0.55%
Sodium chloride~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.35%
- 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 dioxideIron oxides~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesAluminum hydroxide~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideIngredient list view
Unknown, Propylene glycol, Water, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Lauric acid, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Swertia japonica extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Tocopherol, Houttuynia cordata extract, Unknown, Polyquaternium-51, Unknown, Malus domestica fruit extract, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Peg-9m, Alcohol, Tetrasodium etidronate, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Talc, Polyquaternium-10, Polyquaternium-7, Lauroyl lysine, Malic acid, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Aluminum hydroxide
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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.
| KoseSekkisei Facial Essence SoapYOUR PRODUCT | DoveBeauty Bar Sensitive Skin | MUJIMild Moisture Face Soap | DHCPure Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $31.40 | $6.30−$25.10 | $23.50−$7.90 | $25.39−$6.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Kaolin | Lauramide Dea | Diglycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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