Works for
CleansingSodium trideceth sulfate, Disodium lauroamphodiacetate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“NeoStrata Enlighten Ultra Brightening Cleanser 100ml is an exfoliating cleansing cream for dull skin and uneven skin texture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, disodium lauroamphodiacetate, glyceryl stearate, hexylene glycol, laureth-4, ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, sodium trideceth sulfate) 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
ExfoliationAcetyl glucosamineNot delivered
“NeoStrata Enlighten Ultra Brightening Cleanser 100ml is an exfoliating cleansing cream for dull skin and uneven skin texture.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with acetyl glucosamine, but this ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract + 7 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%
Sodium trideceth sulfate~11–13%
Disodium lauroamphodiacetate~6.6–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Disodium lauroamphodiacetateHexylene glycol~2.7–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPropylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAcrylates copolymer~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerAcetyl glucosamine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineCocamidopropyl betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineLaureth-4~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Propylene glycol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlyceryl stearate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~0.6–0.9%
Phenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAmmonium hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.8%
- 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 triglycerideLimonene~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractElettaria cardamomum seed extract~0.3–0.55%
Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.3–0.55%
Pyrus 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 extractJasminum officinale flower/leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
Hedychium spicatum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus abelmoschus seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractPlumeria rubra flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice smell to the product. Can be irritating
More about Plumeria rubra flower extractEugenia caryophyllus flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eugenia caryophyllus flower extractPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Bht~0.1–0.2%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Sodium sulfite~0.1–0.15%
Ci 14700~0.05–0.1%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Disodium lauroamphodiacetate, Hexylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Acrylates copolymer, Acetyl glucosamine, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Laureth-4, Propylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Elettaria cardamomum seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract, Hedychium spicatum extract, Hibiscus abelmoschus seed extract, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Plumeria rubra flower extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Disodium edta, Bht, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium sulfite, Ci 14700, Ci 15985
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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.
| NEOSTRATAEnlighten Perfect Glow CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceSoftening Cream Cleanser | THE FACE SHOPRice Water Bright Cleansing Foam | EltaMDDeep Pore Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $19.00 | $8.82 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Lauric Acid | Capryloyl Glycine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: VT Cosmetics Progloss Foam CleanserPerricone MD Neuropeptide Pore-Refining & Resurfacing Cream Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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