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CleansingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Houttuynia Cordata Tea Tree Soap”
This product does not seem to contain cleansing agents and might not be able to remove dirt and oil efficiently.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Olea europaea fruit oil~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCocos nucifera oil~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilElaeis guineensis oil~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triticum vulgare germ oil~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilHouttuynia cordata extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractSodium hydroxide~0.9–1.35%
Hyaluronic acid~0.55–1.3%
- 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 acidOpuntia tuna fruit extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Houttuynia cordata powder~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbyl tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaolin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilLavandula angustifolia flower oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant oil, can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower oilIngredient list view
Olea europaea fruit oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Elaeis guineensis oil, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Houttuynia cordata extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Sodium hydroxide, Hyaluronic acid, Opuntia tuna fruit extract, Houttuynia cordata powder, Ascorbyl tocopheryl acetate, Kaolin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil
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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 THINGHouttuynia Cordata Tea Tree SoapYOUR PRODUCT | APRIL SKINSignature Soap Black | Chivas Skin CareBeer Soap - Wild Billy | RiReAll Kill Black Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 37% |
| Price | — | $14.77 | — | $11.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: NACIFIC Black Head All Kill Black BlockDr. Bronner's Citrus Castile Bar Soap
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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