MDSolarSciences Wash Away One Step Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Coco-glucoside + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Wash Away One Step Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, coco-glucoside, glycol distearate, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-glucoside
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Gently exfoliate, hydrate, and protect your skin's moisture barrier with this gentle foaming cleanser.”
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.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreWorks well
“Helps prevent acne & clogged pores”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy19 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~8.1–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineCoco-glucoside~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl isethionate~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateHydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.6–2%
- 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 juiceSalicylic acid~1–1.2%
- 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 acidPanthenol~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilVitis vinifera seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractPunica granatum fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.65%
- 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 extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSqualane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideGlycol distearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearatePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzoic acid~0.15–0.25%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Salicylic acid, Panthenol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Squalane, Citric acid, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Glycol distearate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Dehydroacetic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| MDSolarSciencesWash Away One Step CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam | GenabellePink Cloud Cleansing Foam | Eau Thermale AveneCleanance Acne Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 87% | 85% |
| Price | $17.00 | $13.06−$3.94 | $18.90+$1.90 | $20.61+$3.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract | Centella Asiatica Extract | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 3
- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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