ONE THING Houttuynia Cordata Clarifying Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingLauryl hydroxysultaine, Potassium cocoyl glycinate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Houttuynia Cordata Clarifying Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, lauryl hydroxysultaine, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationAllantoin, Gluconolactone + 1 moreNot delivered
“Enriched with 50,440ppm of Jeju-sourced houttuynia cordata extract as well as BHA and PHA, this powerful yet gentle foam cleanser effectively removes dead skin cells, impurities and excess sebum without stripping skin of moisture.”
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?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~6.9–10.3%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~3.7–5.6%
Glycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinHouttuynia cordata extract~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates copolymer~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPropanediol~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- 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~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloride1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.25%
Tromethamine~0.5–1.2%
Potassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCoco-glucoside~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideHouttuynia cordata powder~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Decyl glucoside~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.6%
Gluconolactone~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSalicylic acid~0.1–0.4%
- 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 acidSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateHyaluronic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinIngredient list view
Water, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Glycerin, Houttuynia cordata extract, Acrylates copolymer, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Sodium chloride, 1,2-hexanediol, Tromethamine, Potassium benzoate, Sorbitol, Coco-glucoside, Houttuynia cordata powder, Decyl glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Salicylic acid, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin
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| ONE THINGHouttuynia Cordata Clarifying Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeAcne Control Cleanser | Niche Beauty labPHA Soft Peeling Cleanser | Transparent LabPHA Soft Peeling Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 75% | 74% | 74% |
| Price | $19.90 | $12.70−$7.20 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides | Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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