Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Fermented Rice Enzyme Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (acrylates crosspolymer-4, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, disodium cocoyl glutamate, glyceryl laurate, glyceryl undecylenate, hydrogenated castor oil, sodium cocoyl isethionate, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.2–0.4%Under-dosed
“Our gentle, yet effective exfoliating face wash is formulated with fermented rice filtrate, fruit enzymes and natural, biodegradable micro-powders to cleanse, polish and brighten the appearance of skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks 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?
Irritancy18 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl isethionate~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateCocamidopropyl betaine~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineHydrogenated castor oil~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilNiacinamide~1.9–2.3%
- 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 NiacinamideAcrylates crosspolymer-4~1.6–2%
Coco-glucoside~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideDisodium cocoyl glutamate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateXanthan gum~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractLactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlyceryl laurate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateGlyceryl undecylenate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
More about Glyceryl undecylenatePanthenol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPyrus malus fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSqualane~0.35–0.6%
- 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 SqualaneHydroxyethylcellulose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseChlorella vulgaris extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolJojoba esters~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersOryza sativa germ powder~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidButylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium chloride~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePropanediol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateTocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Hydrogenated castor oil, Niacinamide, Acrylates crosspolymer-4, Coco-glucoside, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Xanthan gum, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Punica granatum extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium hyaluronate, Glyceryl laurate, Glyceryl undecylenate, Panthenol, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Squalane, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Jojoba esters, Oryza sativa germ powder, Lactic acid, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric acid, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Tocopherol, 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.
| NaturiumFermented Rice Enzyme CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | I'm fromRice Whip Facial Cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCAREPurifying Facial Gel Cleanser with Niacinamide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | $18.00 | $25.46+$7.46 | $10.27−$7.73 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 18 | 3 of 18 | 4 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate |
| 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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