Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanse and Clarify”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationLactobionic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Prepares the skin for the ultimate absorption of MZ serums and moisturiser. . Doubles up as a mask to give a deeper exfoliation, helping to boost collagen while hydrating and plumping the skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: lactobionic acid.
Anti-blemishLactobionic acidNot delivered
“Cleanse and Clarify”
This product contains ingredients (lactobionic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Mentha piperita oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 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 glucosideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPropylene glycol~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlycerin~2.5–3.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed yeast extract~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties
More about Hydrolyzed yeast extractCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineLactobionic acid~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidLactic acid~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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)
More about Lactic acidSodium lactate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactatePhenoxyethanol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitrus limon peel oil~0.5–0.75%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dehydroacetic acid~0.4–0.6%
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseMentha piperita oil~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCarbomer/papain crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglucuronic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Often used to support the moisturization effect of polysaccharides (contained, for example, in yeast extract)
More about Polyglucuronic acidPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Lecithin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lecithin1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAlgin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed yeast extract, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Lactobionic acid, Lactic acid, Sodium lactate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Citrus limon peel oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Mentha piperita oil, Parfum, Carbomer/papain crosspolymer, Polyglucuronic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Lecithin, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Algin, Limonene
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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.
| MZ SkinCleanse and ClarifyYOUR PRODUCT | Eau de JonzacPure Purifying Cleansing Gel Organic | SkinstitutL-Lactic Cleanser 4% | SolverxSensitive Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 43% | 43% |
| Price | $90.00 | $18.00−$72.00 | $36.52−$53.48 | $21.32−$68.68 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Pca | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Mesoestetic Facial Gel CleanserSanex Zero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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