Melvita Floral Bouquet Detox Organic Gentle Cleansing Milk
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CleansingCocoglycerides, Cetearyl alcohol + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Floral Bouquet Detox Organic Gentle Cleansing Milk”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (arachidyl glucoside, cetearyl alcohol, cocoglycerides, glyceryl caprylate, xanthan gum) 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: cocoglycerides
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Rosa damascena flower water + 7 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~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinCocoglycerides~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesOctyldodecanol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolHordeum vulgare stem water~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilDicaprylyl ether~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherArachidyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.1–1.7%
- 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 triglycerideCitrus aurantium amara flower water~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower waterRosa damascena flower water~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterBehenyl alcohol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPentylene glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCetearyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 alcoholCamellia sinensis leaf water~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Green tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis leaf waterAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideArachidyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
Levulinic acid~0.15–0.65%
Sclerotium gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.7%
- 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 caprylateSodium levulinate~0.15–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.5%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Parfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.1–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.05–0.25%
Geraniol~0.05–0.2%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.15%
Eugenol~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocoglycerides, Octyldodecanol, Hordeum vulgare stem water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Dicaprylyl ether, Arachidyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Rosa damascena flower water, Behenyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Camellia sinensis leaf water, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Arachidyl glucoside, Levulinic acid, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, Sodium gluconate, Glyceryl caprylate, Sodium levulinate, Tocopherol, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl salicylate, 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.
| MelvitaFloral Bouquet Detox Organic Gentle Cleansing MilkYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | JUMISOD-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk | SheaMoisture100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Face Milk Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $17.22 | $11.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Adenosine | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Gamarde Organic Cleansing MilkEstelle and Thild BioCleanse Silky Soft Cleansing Milk
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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