Pangea Organics Egyptian Calendula Blood Orange Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Glyceryl stearate se + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Egyptian Calendula Blood Orange Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl stearate se, glyceryl undecylenate, sodium stearoyl lactylate, xanthan gum) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceDecyl glucoside~5.9–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideWater~4.3–6.5%
Glyceryl stearate se~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.6–3.8%
- 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 oilSodium stearoyl lactylate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateGlyceryl caprylate~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateGlyceryl undecylenate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
More about Glyceryl undecylenateXanthan gum~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCocos nucifera oil~1.1–1.6%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedButyrospermum parkii butter~0.6–1.35%
- 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 butterOenothera biennis oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilLecithin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterGlycerin~0.45–1.05%
- 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 GlycerinRosa damascena flower extract~0.3–0.75%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.65%
Calendula officinalis flower oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Ascorbic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Decyl glucoside, Water, Glyceryl stearate se, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Glyceryl caprylate, Glyceryl undecylenate, Xanthan gum, Cocos nucifera oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Oenothera biennis oil, Lecithin, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Glycerin, Rosa damascena flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Unknown, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Unknown, Potassium sorbate, Ascorbic acid
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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.
| Pangea OrganicsEgyptian Calendula Blood Orange Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | Glo Skin BeautyGentle Cream Cleanser | evanhealyPatchouli Rose Cleansing Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | — | $52.00 | $38.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 15 | 4 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Beta-Glucan | Centella Asiatica Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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