Pai Skincare Middlemist Seven Gentle Cream Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Middlemist Seven Gentle Cream Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, sodium stearoyl glutamate) 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 ~0.1–0.35%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Dampen the Twin Flyer Muslin Cloth to remove.”
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?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Camellia oleifera seed oil~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilCamellia japonica seed oil~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilRicinus communis seed oil~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedLactobacillus ferment~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentCetearyl alcohol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTocopherol~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCetearyl glucoside~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideBeta-sitosterol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolRosa damascena flower oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSqualene~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualenePelargonium graveolens oil~0.2–0.7%
Rosa damascena extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractGeranium maculatum oil~0.15–0.5%
Sodium levulinate~0.15–0.5%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilLactic acid~0.1–0.35%
- 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 acidLitsea cubeba fruit oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSodium anisate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Unknown, Water, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Lactobacillus ferment, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol, Cetearyl glucoside, Beta-sitosterol, Rosa damascena flower oil, Squalene, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Rosa damascena extract, Geranium maculatum oil, Sodium levulinate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Lactic acid, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium anisate
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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.
| Pai SkincareMiddlemist Seven Gentle Cream CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VotarySuper Sensitive Cleansing Cream, Chia and Oat Extracts | Q+AOatmilk Cream Cleanser | The Body ShopAloe Soothing Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | $69.00 | $44.28−$24.72 | $9.65−$59.35 | $13.47−$55.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil | Avena Sativa Kernel Oil | Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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