Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCan be harsh
“Vitamin C Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, LimoneneMedium 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~40–60%
Sodium laureth sulfate~9.2–13.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium chloride~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideGlycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholParfum~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAscorbic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acid1-methylhydantoin-2-imide~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Panthenol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.75%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.55%
Limonene~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCoffea arabica seed extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractGarcinia mangostana fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Garcinia mangostana fruit extractHydrolyzed lycium barbarum fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morinda citrifolia fruit extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit juice~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit juice. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but is unlikely to have any benefit when used in skincare
More about Punica granatum fruit juiceIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium chloride, Glycerin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Parfum, Ascorbic acid, 1-methylhydantoin-2-imide, Disodium edta, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Limonene, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Garcinia mangostana fruit extract, Hydrolyzed lycium barbarum fruit extract, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit juice
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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.
| NIP+FABVitamin C CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | EveredenSteer Clear Balancing Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 40% | 33% |
| Price | $14.15 | $15.94+$1.79 | $7.21−$6.94 | $7.50−$6.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide | Lactobacillus Ferment |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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