No7 Derm Solutions Comforting Cream Cleanser

No7 Derm Solutions Comforting Cream Cleanser

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Cleansing
Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate + 7 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“No7 Derm SolutionsTM Hydrating Cream Cleanser gently cleanses and hydrates, helping to remove impurities and make-up, without increasing skin sensitivity.”
Source: No7 US

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, cholesterol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl lactylate, 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.

Cetearyl alcoholEffect: HighA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.4–2.9%
Glyceryl stearateEffect: HighAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~1.2–1.5%
Peg-100 stearateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture~0.75–1.15%
Polysorbate 20Effect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.45–0.7%
CholesterolEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.25–0.4%
Sodium lauroyl lactylateEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~0.25–0.45%
CarbomerEffect: HighHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations~0.15–0.3%
Xanthan gumEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.15–0.3%
LecithinEffect: High, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Trifolium pratense flower extract
Medium risk
We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Trifolium pratense flower extractRed clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compoundsHigh~0.4–0.6%est.
Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
PhenylpropanolHelps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulationHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~5.9–7.2%est.
Annona cherimola fruit extractA fruit extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect in skinMedium~1.7–2.1%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Sodium lauroyl lactylateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Tetrasodium edtaHelps to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.4%est.
Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.25–0.4%est.
T-butyl alcoholUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritatingMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Sodium dehydroacetateA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~1.5–1.9%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2.4–2.9%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~5.9–7.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Glycerin~4.1–5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Isononyl isononanoate~3.3–4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

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Cetearyl alcohol~2.4–2.9%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Propanediol~2–2.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Annona cherimola fruit extract~1.7–2.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.9%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Glyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Tribehenin~0.95–1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Peg-100 stearate~0.75–1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture

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Niacinamide~0.55–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessAntibacterial

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.5–0.7%
Formula
Saccharide isomerate~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Polysorbate 20~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Trifolium pratense flower extract~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds

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Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Panthenol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Bisabolol~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Tetrasodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to stabilize the product formulation

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Panax ginseng root extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Sodium citrate~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

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Lecithin~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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T-butyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating

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Ceramide np~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Biphenyl azepanyl methanone~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Phenylpropanol~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation

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Sodium dehydroacetate~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ceramide ap~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Phytosphingosine~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect

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Cholesterol~0.25–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Carbomer~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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

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Biotin~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect

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Ceramide eop~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Isononyl isononanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Propanediol, Annona cherimola fruit extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Tribehenin, Peg-100 stearate, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Saccharide isomerate, Polysorbate 20, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Caprylyl glycol, Panthenol, Butylene glycol, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Bisabolol, Sodium hyaluronate, Tetrasodium edta, Panax ginseng root extract, Sodium citrate, Lecithin, T-butyl alcohol, Ceramide np, Biphenyl azepanyl methanone, Phenylpropanol, Sodium dehydroacetate, Ceramide ap, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Biotin, Ceramide eop

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