Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Poloxamer 184 + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Double Cleanser Micellar Milk-in-Water”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cetyl alcohol, isohexadecane, poloxamer 184, potassium cetyl phosphate) 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.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acidNot delivered
“This twin action helps to refine and smooth the skin texture and prevent future breakouts for a healthier-looking complexion.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“On the surface, the milk sweeps away impurities, bacteria and makeup, while deep down it unclogs excess sebum and melts away dead cells from within pores.”
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: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~45–55%
Isohexadecane~8.3–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePropanediol~4–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3–3.6%
- 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 GlycerinPoloxamer 184~2.2–2.7%
Squalane~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneTromethamine~1.6–1.9%
Carbomer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCetyl alcohol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPropylene glycol~0.9–1.1%
- 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 glycolCetyl stearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isostearyl isostearate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
More about Isostearyl isostearatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateStearic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.65%
Tetrasodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Glycolic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acidMalic acid~0.25–0.5%
Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateNymphaea alba flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.15%
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Isohexadecane, Propanediol, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Squalane, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Cetyl alcohol, Propylene glycol, Cetyl stearate, Isostearyl isostearate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Stearic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium edta, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Malic acid, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Parfum
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
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.
| LieracDouble Cleanser Micellar Milk-in-WaterYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | SkinCeuticalsGentle Cleanser Cream | UriageHyséac 3-Régul Global Skin Care + Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 41% | 39% |
| Price | — | — | $53.69 | $21.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Allantoin | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: YEOUTH Vitamin C Facial Cleanser Day/Night CreamAcneFree Dermatology Inspired Care NEW Benzoyl Peroxide Deep Cleansing Foaming Wash
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.