Works for
CleansingDi-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate, Cetyl alcohol + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Shea Cleansing Milk”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (arachidyl glucoside, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, carbomer, cetyl alcohol, di-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Parfum + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexyl stearate~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateDi-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate~2.7–4%
Arachidyl alcohol~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholSodium pca~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterButyrospermum parkii butter extract~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butter extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.2%
Bisabolol~0.4–0.9%
- 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 BisabololTocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateGlycyrrhetinic acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidBehenyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholArachidyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
Cetyl alcohol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 alcoholCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideGalactaric acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolCarbomer~0.15–0.5%
- 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 CarbomerAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Parfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl benzoate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateLinalool~0.1–0.3%
Citronellol~0.05–0.3%
Coumarin~0.05–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl stearate, Di-ppg-2 myreth-10 adipate, Arachidyl alcohol, Sodium pca, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl acetate, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Behenyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Cetyl alcohol, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Galactaric acid, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Linalool, Citronellol, Coumarin, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Geraniol
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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.
| L'OccitaneShea Cleansing MilkYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueAll-in-One Cleansing Micellar Milk + Makeup Remover | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | Andalou NaturalsAge Defying Apricot Probiotic Cleansing Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 25% | 24% | 24% |
| Price | $18.00 | $29.36+$11.36 | — | $12.29−$5.71 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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