LOréal Paris Men Expert Total Clean Shower Gel
Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Formulated with fortifying and energising ingredients, added Carbon works to unclog congested pores and defend against excess oil production to leave skin soft, fresh and comfortable.”
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.
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-betaine + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Total Clean 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.
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 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~4.1–5%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates copolymer~3.2–4%
- 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 copolymerParfum~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium chloride~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCoco-betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineCi 19140~1.4–1.7%
Ci 14700~1.1–1.4%
Charcoal powder~1.1–1.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.55–0.8%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Ppg-5-ceteth-20~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPeg-90m~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- 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-7~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Polyglycerin-10~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateLimonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMentha piperita extract~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBht~0.05–0.1%
Coumarin~0.05%
Styrene/acrylates copolymer~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Acrylates copolymer, Parfum, Sodium chloride, Coco-betaine, Ci 19140, Ci 14700, Charcoal powder, Sodium benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium dehydroacetate, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Peg-90m, Salicylic acid, Polyquaternium-7, Polyglycerin-10, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Limonene, Linalool, Pentylene glycol, Mentha piperita extract, Citric acid, Bht, Coumarin, Styrene/acrylates copolymer
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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.
| LOréal Paris Men ExpertTotal Clean Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | GarnierPure Active Intensive Anti-Blackhead Charcoal Gel Wash | L'Oréal ParisL'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive 3-in-1 Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 97% | 97% | 90% |
| Price | $12.78 | $7.14−$5.64 | — | $4.01−$8.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Cocamide Mea |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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