MediFlower Chou Chou Facial Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Palmitic acid + 7 moreCleanses gently
“A cleansing foam delivers thorough and mild cleansing of makeup and impurities while keeping the skin moisturized.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract + 2 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~45–55%
Myristic acid~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Palmitic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl stearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlyceryl caprylate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateSorbitan olivate~0.6–0.95%
Peg-100 stearate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSodium chloride~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Allantoin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinDisodium edta~0.45–0.7%
Vinegar~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Carthamus tinctorius flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Papaver rhoeas flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pelargonium graveolens extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.15–0.3%
Ascorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidBiotin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinCyanocobalamin~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminNiacinamide~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideRiboflavin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Glyceryl stearate, Glyceryl caprylate, Sorbitan olivate, Peg-100 stearate, Sodium chloride, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Disodium edta, Vinegar, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Papaver rhoeas flower extract, Pelargonium graveolens extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Ascorbic acid, Biotin, Cyanocobalamin, Niacinamide, Riboflavin
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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.
| MediFlowerChou Chou Facial Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | Pretty skinHyaluronic Cream Foam | The SaemSnail Essential EX Deep Cleansing Foam | Banila CoClean It Zero Calming Foam Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | — | $10.70 | $10.25 | $3.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 12 | 8 of 12 | 9 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceramide Np | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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