Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Kruidvat Originals Soap-Free Tea Tree Wash Gel removes excess sebum and impurities from the skin.”
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: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~3.2–3.9%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDisodium lauroamphodiacetate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Disodium lauroamphodiacetateMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateChamomilla recutita extract~1.1–1.3%
- 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 extractSodium chloride~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideGlyceryl oleate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCoco-glucoside~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCitric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~0.45–0.65%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citratePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Disodium lauroamphodiacetate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Chamomilla recutita extract, Sodium chloride, Glyceryl oleate, Coco-glucoside, Citric acid, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol
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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.
| KruidvatORIGINALS GEL LAVANT TEA TREEYOUR PRODUCT | UriageXemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel | pH formulaG.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive Skin | NorevaAquareva Moisturizing Foaming Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 41% |
| Price | — | — | $41.28 | $16.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 8 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ns | Lactic Acid | Inulin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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More alternatives: Alphanova Baby Organic Nourishing Foaming GelGarnier Micellar Cleansing Gel Wash
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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