Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Hexylene glycol + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, hexylene glycol, isohexadecane, polysorbate 80, sodium surfactin) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.4–6.7%
- 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 GlycerinDecyl glucoside~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideC13-16 isoparaffin~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is mostly used to dissolve other ingredients. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might be comedogenic when used in high concentrations
More about C13-16 isoparaffinHexylene glycol~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPropanediol~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerLactobacillus~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharidePolymnia sonchifolia root juice~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Polymnia sonchifolia root juiceXylitol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolXylitylglucoside~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAnhydroxylitol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium surfactin~0.4–0.95%
Squalane~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneUrea~0.3–0.7%
- 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 UreaYeast amino acids~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trehalose~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseInositol~0.15–0.6%
Taurine~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineBetaine~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineIsohexadecane~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.45%
Maltodextrin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about Maltodextrin1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.25%
Polysorbate 80~0.1–0.35%
Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures
More about Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymerCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Decyl glucoside, C13-16 isoparaffin, Hexylene glycol, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Lactobacillus, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Polymnia sonchifolia root juice, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium surfactin, Squalane, Urea, Yeast amino acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Isohexadecane, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Maltodextrin, 1,2-hexanediol, Polysorbate 80, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Citric acid, Disodium edta
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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.
| MuradCleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaAtoderm Shower Gel | Kate SomervilleDeliKate™ Soothing Cleanser | ESPAPurifying Micellar Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $7.52 | $13.38 | $25.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 17 | 4 of 17 | 4 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Ap | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 3Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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