MONU Professional Skincare MONUSKIN Energising Facial Wash
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“MONUSKIN Energising Facial Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside.
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: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Decyl glucoside~8.4–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePolysorbate 20~2.3–2.9%
Triethanolamine~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePanthenol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.2–1.5%
- 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 crosspolymerCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilLimonene~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.45–0.65%
Citronellol~0.35–0.65%
Saponaria officinalis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractInulin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideZinc gluconate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateMagnesium aspartate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateCopper gluconate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateMenthyl pca~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.1–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Polysorbate 20, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Saponaria officinalis leaf extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Inulin, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Zinc gluconate, Magnesium aspartate, Copper gluconate, Menthyl pca, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| MONU Professional SkincareMONUSKIN Energising Facial WashYOUR PRODUCT | PharmacerisA - Puri-Sensilium Soothing Foam | KIKO MilanoPure Clean Foam | e.l.f. CosmeticsMini Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 26% | 26% | 25% |
| Price | — | $17.99 | $14.00 | $7.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Lauric Acid | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| 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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