Works for
CleansingPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Quillaja saponaria bark extractCleanses gently
“One Step Cleansing Water”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, quillaja saponaria bark extract) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Perilla frutescens leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesDipropylene glycol~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- 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 glycolCamellia sinensis leaf water~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Green tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis leaf waterPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium citrate~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateEthylhexylglycerin~1.3–2%
1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.3%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.9–1.3%
- 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~0.5–1.2%
- 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 extractAgrimonia eupatoria extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.4–0.95%
Citric acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPerilla frutescens leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance for its mint-like smell
More about Perilla frutescens leaf extractYucca schidigera root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractQuillaja saponaria bark extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Quillaja saponaria bark extractSaponaria officinalis extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bifida ferment lysate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateLactobacillus ferment lysate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Lactobacillus ferment lysateLactococcus ferment lysate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateIngredient list view
Water, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Camellia sinensis leaf water, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Agrimonia eupatoria extract, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Perilla frutescens leaf extract, Yucca schidigera root extract, Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Quillaja saponaria bark extract, Saponaria officinalis extract, Bifida ferment lysate, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Lactococcus ferment lysate
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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.
| MizonOne Step Cleansing WaterYOUR PRODUCT | UNPALacto Cica Mild Clear Cleanser | No7Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water | BiodermaPigmentbio H2O - Micellar Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $26.90 | $26.50 | $26.99 | $16.08−$10.82 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Panthenol | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Bifidobacterium longumlysate, a new ingredient forreactive skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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