Works for
CleansingPeg-8 glyceryl isostearate, CarbomerCleanses gently
“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 glyceryl isostearate) 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Peg-8 glyceryl isostearate~4.4–6.5%
Dipropylene glycol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~2.7–4%
- 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 glycolPeg-400~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~1.6–2.5%
- 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 CarbomerSodium hyaluronate~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCetyl-pg hydroxyethyl palmitamide~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arginine~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineSoluble collagen~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractPrunus persica leaf extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating
More about Prunus persica leaf extractCamellia seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oil from tea seeds. Can help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia seed oilCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Arbutin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinCitrus junos fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus junos fruit extractPropylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycolAlcohol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.35%
Methylparaben~0.05–0.25%
Ethylparaben~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Peg-8 glyceryl isostearate, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Peg-400, Carbomer, Sodium hyaluronate, Cetyl-pg hydroxyethyl palmitamide, Arginine, Soluble collagen, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Prunus persica leaf extract, Camellia seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Arbutin, Citrus junos fruit extract, Propylene glycol, Alcohol, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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.
| matsukiyoCleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | KUMANO COSMEReihaku Hatomugi The High Moisturizing Gel | ShiseidoSenka All Clear Cleansing Gel | CELLREVAClear Fine | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $16.25 | $17.00 | $115.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Triethylhexanoin | Dimethicone | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 6TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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