Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium myreth sulfate + 4 moreCan be harsh
“Refreshing Active Energy Wash Gel for men cleanses the skin effectively and thoroughly without drying it out.”
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 lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside.
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The wash gel unclogs pores and gives the skin a fresh appearance.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Benzophenone-4, Linalool + 2 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%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium myreth sulfate~5.3–6.5%
Acrylates copolymer~3.2–3.9%
- 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 copolymerPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~2.4–2.9%
Decyl glucoside~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCaffeine~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeinePaullinia cupana seed extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~1–1.3%
- 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 TocopherolMaltodextrin~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.6–0.95%
Sodium chloride~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.6%
Trisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Polyquaternium-10~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Benzophenone-4~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Sodium lauryl sulfate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfateSodium sulfate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium myreth sulfate, Acrylates copolymer, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Decyl glucoside, Caffeine, Paullinia cupana seed extract, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline cellulose, Sodium chloride, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium hydroxide, Trisodium edta, Polyquaternium-10, Benzophenone-4, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium sulfate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Linalool, Limonene, Parfum, Ci 42090
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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.
| NiveaMen Active Energy Wash GelYOUR PRODUCT | PayotPerfecting Foaming Gel | NorevaAquareva Moisturizing Foaming Gel | LöwengripClean and Calm Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | $9.98 | $32.30+$22.32 | $15.51+$5.53 | $21.47+$11.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Inulin | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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