Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Shave and Cleanse Duo
Source: From product name
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 lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium laureth sulfate.
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.
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Shaving is a first step to healthy skin, with exfoliation a woman can only dream of, as well as a smooth surface.
Source: Mankind
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
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
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)
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Exfoliation |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 62/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
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Key Actives
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
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)
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
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
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
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
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Potential irritants
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
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
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
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
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)
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
All ingredients
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
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
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
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)
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
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
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
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
Ingredient list view
Water, Palmitic acid, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Peg-8, Glycerin, Coconut acid, Potassium hydroxide, Triethanolamine, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene glycol, Mentha piperita oil, Peg-14m, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl glycol, Peg-12 dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Limonene, Linalool, Menthol, Sodium sulfate, Hexyl cinnamal, Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Peg-12 dimethicone, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Mentha piperita oil, Panthenol, Xanthan gum, Sodium pca, Sodium lactate, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium hydroxide, Lactic acid, Triethylene glycol, Benzyl alcohol, Propylene glycol, Limonene, Sodium benzoate, Glycine, Niacinamide, Fructose, Urea, Inositol, Potassium sorbate, Magnesium nitrate, Citric acid, Magnesium chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ci 15985, Ci 19140, Ci 16035, Unknown, Ci 42090
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