Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Buddy Healthy Facial Wash Tube”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Mentha piperita oil, Hamamelis virginiana extract + 4 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%
Glycerin~4.4–5.4%
- 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 laureth sulfate~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineMelaleuca alternifolia extract~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone copolyol~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.4–1.8%
- 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 crosspolymerMentha piperita oil~1.1–1.4%
Xanthan gum~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPanthenol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPropylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHamamelis virginiana extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractSodium lactate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium pca~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaBenzophenone-4~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Disodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Aloe barbadensis extract~0.35–0.6%
- 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 extractSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Lactic acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidTriethylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLimonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneFructose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseGlycine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineUrea~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaInositol~0.25–0.45%
Niacinamide~0.25–0.4%
- 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 NiacinamideSodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Magnesium nitrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbic acid~0.15–0.3%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMagnesium chloride~0.15–0.25%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ci 15985~0.1–0.2%
Ci 16035~0.05–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Dimethicone copolyol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Mentha piperita oil, Xanthan gum, Panthenol, Propylene glycol, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Sodium lactate, Sodium pca, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, Aloe barbadensis extract, Sodium hydroxide, Lactic acid, Triethylene glycol, Benzyl alcohol, Limonene, Fructose, Glycine, Urea, Inositol, Niacinamide, Sodium benzoate, Methylparaben, Magnesium nitrate, Sorbic acid, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Ci 15985, Ci 16035, Ci 42090
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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.
| men-uBuddy Healthy Facial Wash TubeYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | ISDINAcniben Teen Klärender Reinigungsschaum | La Roche-PosayLipikar Nourishing Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 75% | 74% |
| Price | — | — | — | $14.98 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 16 | 7 of 16 | 4 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Arginine | Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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