Olay Sensitive Hungarian Water Essence Calming Liquid Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium trideceth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Sensitive Hungarian Water Essence Calming Liquid Cleanser”
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 oleate, sodium trideceth sulfate, trideceth-3, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Methylchloroisothiazolinone + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sodium trideceth sulfate~9.8–14.7%
Petrolatum~3.7–5.5%
- 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 PetrolatumSodium chloride~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCocamidopropyl betaine~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineTrideceth-3~1.5–2.3%
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl oleate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSodium hydroxide~0.4–0.95%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.8%
Citric acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.05–0.25%
- 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 crosspolymerMethylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Petrolatum, Sodium chloride, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Trideceth-3, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl oleate, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Parfum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
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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.
| OlaySensitive Hungarian Water Essence Calming Liquid CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | AlphanovaBaby Organic Nourishing Foaming Gel | OnagrineVisibly Pure Purifying Cleansing Gel | e.l.f. CosmeticsMini Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $11.14 | $18.20 | $7.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Agran Oil | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Methylisothiazolinone contact allergy: a reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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