Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-glucoside + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Wash Peeling Daily”
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.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-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.
ExfoliationRetinyl palmitate, Microcrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“NIVEA Daily Wash Scrub with Ocean Algae thoroughly cleanses the skin with the exfoliating particles it contains and works against skin impurities.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with retinyl palmitate, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Retinyl palmitate, Benzophenone-4 + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4.7–7.1%
- 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 GlycerinSodium laureth sulfate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateFucus vesiculosus extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Tocopheryl acetate~1.9–2.9%
- 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 acetateRetinyl palmitate~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateMicrocrystalline cellulose~1.3–2%
Cellulose~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseCoco-glucoside~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideKaolin~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSilica~0.85–1.25%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.75%
- 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 triglycerideCaprylic/capric glycerides~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric glyceridesLactose~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about LactoseBenzophenone-4~0.35–0.85%
- 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-4Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Sodium sulfate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTriethanolamine~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineGeraniol~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 77007~0.05–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.2%
Ci 47005~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinyl palmitate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Cellulose, Coco-glucoside, Kaolin, Silica, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylic/capric glycerides, Lactose, Benzophenone-4, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Sodium benzoate, Sodium sulfate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Triethanolamine, Geraniol, Parfum, Ci 77007, Ci 42090, Ci 47005
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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.
| NiveaWash Peeling DailyYOUR PRODUCT | NorevaAquareva Moisturizing Foaming Gel | BiodermaAtoderm Ultimate Daily Nourishing Pack | ClearasilUltra Rapid Action Daily Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 25% | 23% | 23% |
| Price | — | $16.40 | $16.96 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Inulin | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 5
- 6Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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