Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Lauryl phosphate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Gel Pure Focus Purifying Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, decyl glucoside, lauryl phosphate, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate) 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: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationSide benefit · Capryloyl salicylic acid, Zinc gluconateWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Menthoxypropanediol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Decyl glucoside~8.3–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAlcohol denat.~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Silica~3.3–4%
Peg-8~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Lauryl phosphate~1.9–2.4%
Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1.7–2%
Ci 77289~1.4–1.7%
Chromium hydroxide green~1.1–1.4%
Tocopherol~0.9–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Jojoba esters~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersSolum diatomeae~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Diatomaceous earth~0.6–0.9%
Polyquaternium-7~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Menthoxypropanediol~0.3–0.6%
Zinc gluconate~0.3–0.5%
- 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 gluconateBenzyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pvp~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Capryloyl glycine~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineFarnesol~0.2–0.35%
Sarcosine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about SarcosineBisabolol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Citronellol~0.05–0.15%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Alcohol denat., Silica, Peg-8, Lauryl phosphate, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Ci 77289, Chromium hydroxide green, Tocopherol, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylparaben, Jojoba esters, Solum diatomeae, Diatomaceous earth, Polyquaternium-7, Menthoxypropanediol, Zinc gluconate, Benzyl salicylate, Benzyl alcohol, Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, Pvp, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Capryloyl glycine, Farnesol, Sarcosine, Bisabolol, Potassium hydroxide, Methylparaben, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Parfum
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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.
| LancômeGel Pure Focus Purifying CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VichyNormaderm Daily Deep Cleansing Gel Face Wash with Salicylic Acid | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | Baxter of CaliforniaSulfate-Free Daily Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 54% | 50% |
| Price | — | $18.00 | — | $9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 1 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 4Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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