Works for
MoisturizingLanolin, GlycerinWorks well
“The Lea Shaving Soap Stick is formulated with lanolin and glycerin, ingredients which soften and moisturize the skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: lanolin.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, GeraniolMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Potassium stearate~23–34%
Sodium stearate~8.9–13.3%
Potassium tallowate~3.5–5.2%
Potassium cocoate~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateWater~2.5–3.7%
Sodium tallowate~2.3–3.5%
Sodium cocoate~1.6–2.3%
Glycerin~1.2–1.9%
- 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 GlycerinLanolin~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinParfum~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocamide dea~0.45–1.1%
Titanium dioxide~0.55–1.25%
- 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 dioxidePotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.7%
Geraniol~0.1–0.5%
Tetrasodium edta~0.05–0.3%
Tetrasodium etidronate~0.05–0.15%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Potassium stearate, Sodium stearate, Potassium tallowate, Potassium cocoate, Water, Sodium tallowate, Sodium cocoate, Glycerin, Lanolin, Parfum, Cocamide dea, Titanium dioxide, Potassium hydroxide, Geraniol, Tetrasodium edta, Tetrasodium etidronate, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| LEAShaving Soap StickYOUR PRODUCT | MyrsolShaving Cream | Noble OtterNeon Sun Shave Soap | Stirling Soap Co.Sharp Dressed Man Shave Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 46% | 46% |
| Price | $5.58 | $16.95+$11.37 | $20.00+$14.42 | $13.95+$8.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"LEA - Shaving Soap Stick" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 1.20% - 1.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 5.25$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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