One Love Organics Botanical A Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoyl glutamate, Lauryl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Botanical A Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, disodium cocoyl glutamate, lauryl glucoside) 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.
ExfoliationLactic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Uncover radiant skin with One Love Organics Botanical A Facial Cleanser. Designed to enhance a smooth and luminous complexion, this foaming gel cleanser blends two exfoliants: alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids to dissolve congestion and improve the skin's texture.”
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: lactic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreWorks well
“scrubs away surface congestionSalicylic Acid (BHA).”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–35%
- 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 juiceWater~13–19%
Disodium cocoyl glutamate~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateLauryl glucoside~4.1–6.1%
Glycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinLactic acid~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidGaultheria procumbens leaf extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salicylic acid~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acidMoringa oleifera seed oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideQuillaja saponaria wood extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilEclipta prostrata extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSorbic acid~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Lactic acid, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Salicylic acid, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Quillaja saponaria wood extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Benzyl alcohol, Sorbic acid
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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.
| One Love OrganicsBotanical A Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | The ElementsPurifying Gel Cleanser | OleHenriksenDaily D-Clog Pore-Clearing Salicylic Acid Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 78% | 78% |
| Price | $42.00 | — | $10.71−$31.29 | $33.77−$8.23 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Coco-Glucoside | Betaine Salicylate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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