Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Peg-8 stearate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Enzyme Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, peg-8 stearate, ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, triethanolamine) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“For an exfoliating, deeply purifying effect, use the Enzyme Cleansing Gel as a 1-5 min face mask.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract + 2 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~40–60%
Carbomer~6.1–9.1%
- 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 CarbomerCarica papaya fruit extract~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ci 15985~2.8–4.2%
Ci 19140~2.1–3.1%
Ci 42090~1.7–2.5%
Titanium dioxide~1.8–2.8%
- 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 dioxideCitrus grandis fruit extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Diazolidinyl urea~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaGlycerin~0.95–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Mica~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaParfum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-8 stearate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-8 stearatePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~0.15–0.55%
Propylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPropylparaben~0.05–0.25%
Sodium chloride~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTriethanolamine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineIngredient list view
Water, Carbomer, Carica papaya fruit extract, Ci 15985, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Titanium dioxide, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Diazolidinyl urea, Glycerin, Methylparaben, Mica, Parfum, Peg-8 stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Propylene glycol, Propylparaben, Sodium chloride, Triethanolamine
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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.
| Mario BadescuEnzyme Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | NEOSTRATAClarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser | mirenessePower Lift Massage Bead Exfoliating Gel Cleanser | ShiseidoSenka All Clear Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | $8.00 | $34.00+$26.00 | $30.31+$22.31 | $17.00+$9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Benzophenone-5 | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of PEG Diesters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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