Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Experience a deep cleanse with NUXE Aquabella Purifying Gel, an exfoliating face wash that effectively lifts away dirt and impurities without drying out the complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl laurate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine
ExfoliationHydroxyethyl urea, Microcrystalline celluloseWorks well
“Experience a deep cleanse with NUXE Aquabella Purifying Gel, an exfoliating face wash that effectively lifts away dirt and impurities without drying out the complexion.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinatePentylene glycol~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolParfum~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxyethyl urea~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.9–2.3%
- 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 crosspolymerCocamidopropyl betaine~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineHydrated silica~1.6–1.9%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~0.9–1.1%
Glyceryl laurate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateSodium gluconate~0.55–0.8%
Mannitol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolSodium chloride~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.5–0.75%
Ammonium lactate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.45–0.65%
- 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 hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAvena sativa kernel extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractSodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Lens esculenta seed extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.15–0.25%
Propanediol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNymphaea alba flower extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Pentylene glycol, Parfum, Hydroxyethyl urea, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Hydrated silica, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Glyceryl laurate, Sodium gluconate, Mannitol, Sodium chloride, Microcrystalline cellulose, Ammonium lactate, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Avena sativa kernel extract, Sodium benzoate, Lens esculenta seed extract, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Ci 77007, Propanediol, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate
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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.
| NUXEAquabella Purifying GelYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | GLOSSYBOXDaily Micellar Gel Cleanser | MediFlowerARONYX Bubble Peeling Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | $7.82 | $12.05 | $14.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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