Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl alcohol + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Sensitive Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow 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~6.4–9.6%
- 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 triglycerideZea mays starch~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchGlycerin~3.1–4.6%
- 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 GlycerinCoconut alkanes~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesNiacinamide~2–2.9%
- 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 NiacinamidePolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateCetearyl alcohol~1.3–2%
- 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 alcoholBehenyl alcohol~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholButyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPanthenol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateXanthan gum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Zea mays starch, Glycerin, Coconut alkanes, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Behenyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Panthenol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| NativeSensitive Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | SVRSebiaclear Cleansing Cream | CetaphilGentle Skin Cleanser - Dry to Normal, Sensitive Skin | e.l.f. CosmeticsPure Skin Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 84% | 83% |
| Price | $14.84 | $16.10+$1.26 | $9.44−$5.40 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Zinc Gluconate | Pantolactone | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: CeraVe Balancing Air Foam Facial CleanserGalderma Cetaphil Cleansing Lotion
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 6Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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