Pai Skincare Pai Phaze PHA Clarifying Gel Face Wash
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Pai Phaze PHA Clarifying Gel Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, disodium cocoyl glutamate, glyceryl oleate, lauryl glucoside, sorbitan caprylate) 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, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Citrus aurantifolia peel oil + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Decyl glucoside~8.4–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCocamidopropyl betaine~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineLauryl glucoside~3.8–4.7%
Disodium cocoyl glutamate~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateGlycerin~2–2.5%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideInulin~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinSodium chloride~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium levulinate~0.8–1.2%
Gluconolactone~0.65–0.95%
- 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 GluconolactoneGlyceryl oleate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSorbitan caprylate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan caprylateSodium anisate~0.45–0.65%
Saccharide isomerate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSodium phytate~0.4–0.6%
Fructose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseCitrus aurantifolia peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Boswellia neglecta resin oil~0.25–0.5%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilMaltodextrin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSodium 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 citrateHydrolyzed gardenia florida extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Lauryl glucoside, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Glycerin, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Inulin, Sodium chloride, Sodium levulinate, Gluconolactone, Glyceryl oleate, Sorbitan caprylate, Sodium anisate, Saccharide isomerate, Sodium phytate, Fructose, Citrus aurantifolia peel oil, Boswellia neglecta resin oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Maltodextrin, Sodium citrate, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Citric acid, Limonene
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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.
| Pai SkincarePai Phaze PHA Clarifying Gel Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | Sincerely yoursKindly Clean Hydrating and Soothing Foaming Gel Cleanser | Therapi Honey SkincareTherapi Rose Otto Honey Gel Cleanser | AdaptologyBreak Free Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 55% | 55% |
| Price | $49.00 | $22.00−$27.00 | $36.00−$13.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sea Buckthorn Oil | Coco-Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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