Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Key actives
Works for
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Egyptian Calendula Blood Orange Facial Cleanser
Source: From product name
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
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Helps oil and water mix together
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
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Key Actives
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
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
Helps oil and water mix together
Used to create a thicker product consistency
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Potential irritants
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
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
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
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Comedogenic ingredients
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
All ingredients
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
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
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
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
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
Ingredient 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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