Neal's Yard Remedies Frankincense Facial Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Lauryl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“This moisturising natural face wash gently cleanses skin without drying, effectively washing away everyday impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl glucoside, lauryl betaine, sodium cocoamphoacetate, 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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Calendula officinalis flower extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- 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 oilWater~11–17%
Sodium cocoamphoacetate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilLauryl betaine~2.5–3.8%
Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilGlycerin~1.4–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl glucoside~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideAlcohol denat.~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractSodium hyaluronate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.45–1%
- 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 juice powderCommiphora confusa resin oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boswellia neglecta resin oil~0.45–1.05%
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitral~0.15–0.6%
Citronellol~0.15–0.55%
Limonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Water, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Lauryl betaine, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glycerin, Cetearyl glucoside, Alcohol denat., Calendula officinalis flower extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Commiphora confusa resin oil, Boswellia neglecta resin oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, 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.
| Neal's Yard RemediesFrankincense Facial WashYOUR PRODUCT | RivadouceBaby Superfatting Cleansing Gel Organic | A-DERMAGel nettoyant calmant | Institut EsthedermPURE CLEANSING GEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $34.00 | $14.05−$19.95 | — | $29.53−$4.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Coco-Glucoside | Zinc Coceth Sulfate | Fructooligosaccharides |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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