Little Barn Apothecary gentle face cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“gentle face cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium cocoamphoacetate) 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, decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower oilMedium 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~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.1–10.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSodium cocoamphoacetate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateCocamidopropyl betaine~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDecyl glucoside~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium chloride~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideRosa damascena flower oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCocos nucifera oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilPersea gratissima oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Sodium chloride, Rosa damascena flower oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Persea gratissima oil
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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.
| Little Barn Apothecarygentle face cleanserYOUR PRODUCT | E45Face Foaming Cleanser For Dry & Sensitive Skin | Paula's choiceFace Wash | AveenoCalm + Restore Redness Relief Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | $28.00 | $8.40−$19.60 | $22.09−$5.91 | $9.97−$18.03 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Glycerin | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Superdrug Simply Pure Gentle Foaming CleanserUriage Xemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel
Sources cited in this review
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