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CleansingSodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Polysorbate 20 + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Wash away everything you know about cleansing with this micellar cleansing water—a no-rinse, soap- and alcohol-free formula that gently removes dirt, makeup, and impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetrimonium chloride, polysorbate 20, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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: cetrimonium chloride, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.5–7.9%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4.1–5%
- 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 GlycerinCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilLavandula angustifolia oil~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPogostemon cablin oil~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus nobilis peel oil~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilBoswellia carterii oil~1.1–1.3%
Limonene~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.4–0.65%
- 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 extractLycium chinense fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fuscoporia obliqua sclerotium extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Curcuma longa root extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractSilybum marianum fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ocimum sanctum leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractCordyceps sinensis extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ganoderma lucidum extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractTrehalose~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseZingiber officinale root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHypnea musciformis extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hypnea musciformis extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Gelidiella acerosa extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Gelidiella acerosa extractSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateYeast extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractCetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCellulose~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseSodium citrate~0.15–0.3%
- 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 citrateSodium phytate~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Limonene, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Fuscoporia obliqua sclerotium extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Cordyceps sinensis extract, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Trehalose, Zingiber officinale root extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hypnea musciformis extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Polysorbate 20, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium hyaluronate, Yeast extract, Cetrimonium chloride, Citric acid, Cellulose, Sodium citrate, Sodium phytate, Phenoxyethanol
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| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $43.00 | — | $8.19−$34.81 | $5.34−$37.66 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides | Decyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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