Olay Daily Facials Water-Activated Dry Cloths, Oily Combination Skin, 30 Face Wipes
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“No tight or dry skin feel •5-in-1 cleansing power; remove makeup, cleanse, exfoliate, improve skin look and preserve moisture •With soft cleansing pockets to remove impurities for a thorough cleanse and improved skin appearance •Rich lather leaves your skin feeling soft and hydrated •Dermatologically tested.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, trideceth-6) 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, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.35–0.8%Under-dosed
“Exfoliates for a deep cleanse of skin and pores to (even &) smooth skin and remove impurities with over 3000 exfoliating soft fiber cells.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Petrolatum~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumPeg-100~4.8–7.2%
Glycerin~4.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinCyclodextrin~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinCocamidopropyl betaine~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateDecyl glucoside~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideLauryl glucoside~1.4–2%
Butylene glycol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolSodium chloride~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePeg-14m~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater~0.4–0.95%
Polyquaternium-10~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Benzyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPanthenol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSalicylic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Linalool~0.15–0.7%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.7%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateGeraniol~0.15–0.65%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citronellol~0.15–0.6%
Limonene~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHydrogenated polydecene~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneHexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.55%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeTetrasodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Silica~0.35–0.8%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.55%
- 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 acetateTrideceth-6~0.1–0.5%
Bht~0.1–0.35%
Vitis vinifera seed extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractPropylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolTocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- 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 extractIngredient list view
Petrolatum, Peg-100, Glycerin, Cyclodextrin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Decyl glucoside, Lauryl glucoside, Butylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Peg-14m, Parfum, Water, Polyquaternium-10, Benzyl alcohol, Panthenol, Salicylic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Linalool, Disodium edta, Sodium polyacrylate, Geraniol, Sodium benzoate, Citronellol, Limonene, Hydrogenated polydecene, Hexyl cinnamal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Tetrasodium edta, Silica, Tocopheryl acetate, Trideceth-6, Bht, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Propylene glycol, Tocopherol, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract
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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.
| OlayDaily Facials Water-Activated Dry Cloths, Oily Combination Skin, 30 Face WipesYOUR PRODUCT | Peter Thomas RothIrish Moor Mud Cleansing Gel | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam | |
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| Match | — | 84% | 82% | 82% |
| Price | — | — | $7.82 | $13.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide | Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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