NIHONSAKARI KOMENUKA BIJIN Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 4 moreCleanses gently
“KOMENUKA BIJIN Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate, lauramide/myristamide dea, myristic acid, sodium lauroyl glutamate, stearic acid) 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AlcoholMedium 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%
Myristic acid~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidButylene glycol~4–4.9%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Stearic acid~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSorbitol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlyceryl stearate~1.5–1.8%
- 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 stearateOryza sativa bran~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.95–1.15%
Oryza sativa germ oil~0.75–1.15%
Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateSoluble collagen~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenMel~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- 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 oilAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- 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 extractFucus vesiculosus extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractLauramide/myristamide dea~0.35–0.6%
Sodium lauroyl glutamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateLanolin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateAlcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCaramel~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateAesculus hippocastanum seed extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Aesculus hippocastanum seed extractLactobacillus/soymilk ferment~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Sorbitol, Glyceryl stearate, Oryza sativa bran, Oryza sativa bran extract, Oryza sativa germ oil, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Soluble collagen, Mel, Unknown, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Unknown, Lauramide/myristamide dea, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Alcohol, Caramel, Tocopherol, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Aesculus hippocastanum seed extract, Lactobacillus/soymilk ferment, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract
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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.
| NIHONSAKARIKOMENUKA BIJIN Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | ASTALIFTMoisture Foam | COSMÉ PROUDGold Aqua Cleansing Foam | TAEKOCleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 41% | 40% |
| Price | $19.10 | $21.95+$2.85 | $70.90+$51.80 | $34.60+$15.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Betaine | Alcaligenes Polysaccharides |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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