L'Oréal Paris L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive 3-in-1 Shower Gel
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-betaine + 3 moreCan be harsh
“L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive 3-in-1 Shower Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
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: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Eugenol, Limonene + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium chloride~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCocamide mea~1.9–2.3%
Sodium hydroxide~1.5–1.9%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Ppg-5-ceteth-20~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Eugenol~0.8–1.15%
Salicylic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPolyquaternium-7~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Limonene~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.45–0.65%
Pentylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMentha piperita extract~0.35–0.65%
Parfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAcrylates copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBetula alba juice~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.1–0.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Glycol distearate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, Sodium chloride, Cocamide mea, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium benzoate, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Eugenol, Salicylic acid, Polyquaternium-7, Limonene, Linalool, Pentylene glycol, Mentha piperita extract, Parfum, Acrylates copolymer, Citric acid, Betula alba juice, Citronellol, Potassium sorbate, Glycol distearate
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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.
| L'Oréal ParisL'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive 3-in-1 Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | LOréal Paris Men ExpertL’Oreal Men Expert Hydra Power Shower Gel | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 97% | 95% | 94% |
| Price | — | $6.92 | $7.16 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Peg-150 Distearate | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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