Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Polysorbate 60 + 1 moreCleanses gently
“SS is a viscous and intense cleaning balm for the face formulated with highly-concentrated, very-unrefined Ayurvedic plant surfactants unsupported by any modern cleaning technology.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polysorbate 60, stearic acid, 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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“With continued use, SS visibly targets all forms of build-up, blemishes, congestion and impurities.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Stearic acid~7.9–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSapindus mukorossi fruit extract~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.5–3%
- 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 triglycerideArginine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArgininePolysorbate 60~1.7–2.1%
Acacia concinna fruit extract~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Balanites aegyptiaca fruit extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gypsophila paniculata root extract~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acacia senegal gum~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPentylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMelanin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbic acid~0.3–0.55%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePotassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Stearic acid, Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Arginine, Polysorbate 60, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Balanites aegyptiaca fruit extract, Gypsophila paniculata root extract, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Pentylene glycol, Melanin, Sorbic acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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| NIODSanskrit SaponinsYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | Rhodepineapple refresh — big | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | $34.00 | $12.60−$21.40 | — | $14.57−$19.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Vitamin E | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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