Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Sodium lauroyl oat amino acids + 5 moreCan be harsh
“C C-Cleansing Gel FX”
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 cocamidopropyl betaine.
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Amyl cinnamal + 3 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%
Sodium laureth sulfate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium lauroyl oat amino acids~5–6.1%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium chloride~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderAscorbic acid~1.6–2%
- 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 acidBorago officinalis extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractMedicago sativa extract~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~0.7–1%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Glycerin~0.45–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinSaponins~0.45–0.65%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Parfum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAmyl cinnamal~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.2%
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeLimonene~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 LimoneneCi 17200~0.05–0.1%
Ci 19140~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium lauroyl oat amino acids, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Ascorbic acid, Borago officinalis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Medicago sativa extract, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Saponins, Sodium benzoate, Tetrasodium edta, Parfum, Amyl cinnamal, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Ci 17200, Ci 19140
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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.
| ObagiC C-Cleansing Gel FXYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | NorevaAquareva Moisturizing Foaming Gel | KruidvatORIGINALS GEL LAVANT TEA TREE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 43% | 41% |
| Price | — | $15.94 | $15.65 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Inulin | Vitamin E |
| 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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