Madara Cosmetics Birch Algae Balancing Face Soap
Works for
CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium cocoateCleanses gently
“Birch Algae Balancing Face Soap”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoate, sodium palmate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Aroma, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium palmate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium cocoate~8.6–12.9%
Water~4.7–7.1%
Glycerin~3.3–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinAroma~2.7–4%
Sodium citrate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateBetula alba leaf extract~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Algae~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideTocopherol~0.45–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolBetaine~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineChromium oxide greens~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Sodium palmate, Sodium cocoate, Water, Glycerin, Aroma, Sodium citrate, Betula alba leaf extract, Algae, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Tocopherol, Betaine, Chromium oxide greens, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Linalool, Limonene, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| Madara CosmeticsBirch Algae Balancing Face SoapYOUR PRODUCT | John Masters OrganicsFace & Body Soap Bar With Lavender & Ylang Ylang | Tea Tree TherapyVegetable Base Soap | Grandpa Soap Co.Pine Tar Bar Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | — | $49.45 | $4.49 | $4.59 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | — | Sodium Palm Kernelate | Sodium Palm Kernelate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 4Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
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