Works for
CleansingPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, LecithinCleanses gently
“Micella Deep 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) 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?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract + 8 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%
Dipropylene glycol~6.5–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesLavandula angustifolia extract~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractNymphaea alba flower extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Portulaca oleracea extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractCarica papaya fruit extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractPolygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractSodium hyaluronate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.4–0.6%
- 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 extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateButylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolAllantoin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHamamelis virginiana extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractPolyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.25–0.45%
Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Betula platyphylla japonica juice~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gluconolactone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSalicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidEthylhexyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateCentella asiatica extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- 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 triglyceridePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPanthenol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNiacinamide~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- 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~0.2–0.35%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acetateDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Butylene glycol, Allantoin, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Gluconolactone, Lecithin, Salicylic acid, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Centella asiatica extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Sodium citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
| NARDMicella Deep Cleansing WaterYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBlemish Control Cleanser with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | Bubble SkincareAll Clear | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | |
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| Match | — | 77% | 71% | 71% |
| Price | — | $13.59 | $14.97 | $7.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 16 | 4 of 16 | 3 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Anhydroxylitol | Ceramide As |
| Irritancy | High | 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 47 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
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- 3Flavonoids in Treating Psoriasissciencedirect.com
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