Works for
CleansingSucrose palmitateCan be harsh
“Ultimate Calm Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~23–34%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed oil~6.1–9.2%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSucrose palmitate~4.1–6.1%
Water~2.8–4.3%
Parfum~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPunica granatum seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilAdansonia digitata oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Baobab oil. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata oilTocopherol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 TocopherolSaccharomyces/zinc ferment~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/zinc fermentSaccharomyces/copper ferment~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing
More about Saccharomyces/copper fermentSaccharomyces/magnesium ferment~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/magnesium fermentSaccharomyces/iron ferment~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains iron. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/iron fermentSaccharomyces/silicon ferment~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains silicon. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/silicon fermentLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.2–0.8%
- 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 filtrateLinalool~0.15–0.6%
Limonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.1–0.45%
Eugenol~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sucrose palmitate, Water, Parfum, Punica granatum seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Adansonia digitata oil, Tocopherol, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Saccharomyces/iron ferment, Saccharomyces/silicon ferment, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Eugenol
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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.
| NEOMUltimate Calm Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | LOUMBe Calm Cleansing Balm | Madara CosmeticsAceite Limpiador | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 32% | 30% |
| Price | — | $23.58 | $42.78 | $23.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Sitosterol | Cbd | Glycosphingolipids |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
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