OOTD Beauty Papaya Enzyme Gentle Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Papaya Enzyme Gentle 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, glycol distearate, lauramide dea, 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: cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~4.9–7.4%
- 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 sulfonateLauramide dea~2.7–4.1%
Cocamidopropyl 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 betaineSodium chloride~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideGlycol distearate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateButylene glycol~1.2–1.8%
- 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 glycolPolyquaternium-10~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Mannitol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPapain~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainBromelain~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extractEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
More about Phyllanthus emblica fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractCitric acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateDisodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Hexadecene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetradecene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Lauramide dea, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Glycol distearate, Butylene glycol, Polyquaternium-10, Mannitol, Papain, Bromelain, Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-hexanediol, Unknown, Parfum
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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.
| OOTD BeautyPapaya Enzyme Gentle CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Beekman 1802Micellar Milk Froth Cleansing Gel & Makeup Remover | DR. JETSKE ULTEECleanser | Neal's Yard RemediesSensitive Comfort + Hydrate Micellar Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $12.00 | — | $18.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | Laureth-10 | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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