Mustela Nourishing Cleansing Gel with Cold Cream
Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Cera alba + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Nourishing Cleansing Gel with Cold Cream”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, ceteareth-12, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl stearate, laureth-23, xanthan gum) 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: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed oil~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydrogenated coconut oil~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Glyceryl stearate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCera alba~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera alba1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Laureth-23~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Laureth-23Ceteareth-20~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Parfum~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl caprylate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- 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 crosspolymerCeteareth-12~0.3–0.75%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.35%
Persea gratissima fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
Ceramide np~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npPhytosphingosine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrogenated coconut oil, Glyceryl stearate, Cera alba, 1,2-hexanediol, Laureth-23, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Glyceryl caprylate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl alcohol, Xanthan gum, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hydroxide, Persea gratissima fruit extract, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine
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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.
| MustelaNourishing Cleansing Gel with Cold CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Natura SibericaLittle Siberica Organic Baby Moisturising Milk | CeraVeHydrating Facial Cleanser | QVCeramides Moisturising Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 36% | 33% |
| Price | $17.00 | $8.29−$8.71 | $4.39−$12.61 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Oatmeal Extract | Ceramide Eop | Mineral Oil |
| 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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