Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Coco-glucoside + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Calmwise Soothing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, coco-glucoside, glyceryl behenate, laureth-7) 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
ExfoliationSide benefit · GluconolactoneWorks well
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: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia herb oil + 4 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~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.5–8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideDimethicone~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeCetearyl alcohol~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholButylene glycol~2.4–2.9%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~2.1–2.5%
- 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 GlycerinPolyacrylamide~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideGluconolactone~1.4–1.7%
- 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 GluconolactoneCoco-glucoside~1.2–1.4%
- 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-glucosideCetearyl isononanoate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateTocopheryl acetate~0.7–1%
- 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 acetateCetearyl glucoside~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideHydroxyresveratrol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium gluconate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateGlyceryl behenate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.3–0.55%
- 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 extractCinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artocarpus lakoocha wood extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morus nigra leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia herb oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Lavandula angustifolia herb oilCananga odorata leaf oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilC13-14 isoparaffin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinLaureth-7~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dimethicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Polyacrylamide, Gluconolactone, Coco-glucoside, Cetearyl isononanoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Cetearyl glucoside, Hydroxyresveratrol, Calcium gluconate, Glyceryl behenate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil, Artocarpus lakoocha wood extract, Morus nigra leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia herb oil, Cananga odorata leaf oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium benzoate, Linalool, Eugenol
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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.
| Medik8Calmwise Soothing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Green PeopleNordic Roots Cranberry Micellar Foam | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanser | MEDIHEALRose PDRN Derma Cream Pack Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% | 49% |
| Price | — | $25.28 | — | $17.22 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | Myristyl Myristate | Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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