La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Cleansing Wash
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CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate + 7 moreCan be harsh
“Cicaplast B5 Cleansing Wash”
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 coco-betaine.
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?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow 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~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePanthenol~3.9–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~3.1–3.8%
Glycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolysorbate 20~1.4–1.8%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCitric acid~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCocamide mea~0.7–1.05%
Copper gluconate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateManganese gluconate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to help restore skin barrier function supporting its hydration
More about Manganese gluconatePeg-55 propylene glycol oleate~0.5–0.8%
Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilPolyquaternium-11~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-11Ppg-5-ceteth-20~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Propylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 glycolPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Zinc gluconate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconatePanthenol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolZinc~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.1–0.15%
- 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 GlycerinIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Panthenol, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, Sodium chloride, Polysorbate 20, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Citric acid, Cocamide mea, Copper gluconate, Manganese gluconate, Peg-55 propylene glycol oleate, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Polyquaternium-11, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Propylene glycol, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sodium benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Zinc gluconate, Panthenol, Unknown, Zinc, Unknown, Glycerin
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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.
| La Roche-PosayCicaplast B5 Cleansing WashYOUR PRODUCT | GarnierMicellar Gel Face Wash Sensitive Skin | BiodermaAtoderm Intensive Ultra-Soothing Foaming Gel | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $3.58 | $15.17 | $7.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: L'Oréal Paris Daily Foaming Gel CleanserOlay Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid, for Normal Skin, Fragrance-Free
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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