LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam
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CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, stearic acid) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline cellulose, Papain + 1 moreNot delivered
“Cellulose capsules and papain enzyme helps to visibly smooth and soften while the rich, creamy lather helps remove makeup residue.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Mentha arvensis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.6–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinMyristic acid~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidStearic acid~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPeg-32~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Potassium hydroxide~1.8–2.2%
Palmitic acid~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLauric acid~1.4–1.7%
- 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 acidCocamidopropyl betaine~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlyceryl stearate~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.65–0.95%
Parfum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium chloride~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideDisodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- 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 glycolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Mentha arvensis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha arvensis leaf extractHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidPolycaprolactone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.35–0.6%
- 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 dioxidePropanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about Propanediol1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
Lactic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPeg-75~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Polyquaternium-10~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Lactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Aluminum hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
- 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 hydroxideTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneLycium chinense fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPapain~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractCoffea arabica seed extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractSapindus mukorossi fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractFragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Rubus chamaemorus seed extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolUndaria pinnatifida extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Peg-32, Potassium hydroxide, Palmitic acid, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Parfum, Sodium chloride, Disodium edta, Butylene glycol, Sodium benzoate, Mentha arvensis leaf extract, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Polycaprolactone, Titanium dioxide, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Lactic acid, Peg-75, Polyquaternium-10, Lactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Panthenol, Papain, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Rubus chamaemorus seed extract, Phenoxyethanol, Undaria pinnatifida extract
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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.
| LANEIGEWater Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam | PhilosophyNature In A Jar Gentle Detoxifying Cleanser With Agave | ALTHEAContour Cleanser Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 42% | 41% |
| Price | $24.90 | $10.27−$14.63 | $27.73+$2.83 | $1.70−$23.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 8 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Jojoba Oil | Fructooligosaccharides |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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