Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Our Charcoal Cleanser safely and effectively removes gunky oil, daily grime, and pollution and dirt buildup so your skin'll stay as clean as fresh kicks, right out the box.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mea, myristic acid, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sorbitan olivate, stearic acid) 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil + 6 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%
Myristic acid~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidButylene glycol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolStearic acid~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPotassium hydroxide~2–3.1%
Glycerin~1.8–2.6%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.25%
Cocamide mea~1.2–1.8%
Charcoal powder~1.2–1.8%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~0.8–1.2%
Potassium cocoate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–1.1%
- 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 butterSorbitan olivate~0.4–0.9%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.75%
Rose flower oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Flower oil that is used as a fragrance
More about Rose flower oilSantalum album oil~0.15–0.65%
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilBht~0.1–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Centella asiatica extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPolygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Butylene glycol, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Cocamide mea, Charcoal powder, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Potassium cocoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Sorbitan olivate, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Rose flower oil, Santalum album oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Bht, Disodium edta, Centella asiatica extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
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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.
| LuminNo-Nonsense Charcoal CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYMoisture Cleansing Foam | AlbionAUTHENTIQUE THE Face Wash | SkinfoodRice Daily Brightening Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | $19.99 | $14.20−$5.79 | — | $11.00−$8.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosphingosine | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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