MEDIHEAL Tea Tree Biome Cica Gel Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Potassium cocoyl glycinate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Tea Tree Biome Cica Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, potassium cocoyl glycinate) 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-betaine
ExfoliationSalix alba bark extract, GluconolactoneNot delivered
“Skin Clearing PHA's absorbs slowly to exfoliate dead skin cells and purge pores of impurities for a more even skin tone and texture.”
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.
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 4 moreNot delivered
“Skin Clearing PHA's absorbs slowly to exfoliate dead skin cells and purge pores of impurities for a more even skin tone and texture.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
★★☆☆☆/5 • It has gel texture, soothing, non dry tight feeling, no residue, tbh I loved it. The downside, for long-term used, it irritated my skin for odd reason.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-betaine~8.2–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolMelaleuca alternifolia leaf water~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis leaf water~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf water1,2-hexanediol~0.9–1.1%
Sodium chloride~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCentella asiatica extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1–1.2%
- 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 extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractPotassium cocoyl glycinate~0.55–0.8%
Melissa officinalis extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tromethamine~0.45–0.7%
Asiaticoside~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideMadecassic acid~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidAsiatic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidGluconolactone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneXylitol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Salix alba bark extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractAnhydroxylitol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolGlucose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractChaenomeles sinensis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCutibacterium granulosum ferment extract filtrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xylitylglucoside~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosidePolyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.2–0.35%
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractPolygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractIngredient list view
Water, Coco-betaine, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium chloride, Centella asiatica extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Melissa officinalis extract, Tromethamine, Asiaticoside, Madecassic acid, Asiatic acid, Gluconolactone, Xylitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Salix alba bark extract, Anhydroxylitol, Glucose, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Chaenomeles sinensis fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cutibacterium granulosum ferment extract filtrate, Xylitylglucoside, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract
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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.
| MEDIHEALTea Tree Biome Cica Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | BiodermaAtoderm Shower Gel | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 45% | 44% |
| Price | — | $4.09 | $7.52 | $22.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Niacinamide | Madecassoside |
| 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 38 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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