Ku'Panda Skincare AWAKEN Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Decyl glucoside + 4 moreCleanses gently
“AWAKEN Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, 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: coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Bromelain, the Fruit Enzyme found in Pineapple , gently exfoliates dead skin cells and smooths bumpy texture.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Zingiber officinale root extract, Diazolidinyl urea + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-glucoside~9.1–11.1%
- 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-glucosideDecyl glucoside~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein~3.1–3.8%
Sodium cocoyl isethionate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium lauroyl lactylate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateGlycerin~1.7–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinZingiber officinale root extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractCurcuma longa root extract~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractNiacinamide~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium pca~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaBromelain~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPropylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- 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 glycolDiazolidinyl urea~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Citrus limon peel~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Decyl glucoside, Sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Glycerin, Zingiber officinale root extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Niacinamide, Sodium pca, Bromelain, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene glycol, Diazolidinyl urea, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Unknown, Citrus limon peel
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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.
| Ku'Panda SkincareAWAKEN Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Merci HandyFacial Cleansing Gel | NaturiumMulti-Calm Cream Cleanser | CeraVeAcne Control Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 84% | 82% |
| Price | — | — | $15.67 | $12.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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