Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Coco-betaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“A body wash that gently cleanse skin while offering skin soothing benefits, suitable for acne-prone skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-13 pareth-9, coco-betaine, coco-glucoside, disodium coco-glucoside citrate, hydrogenated lecithin, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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: coco-betaine, coco-glucoside, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 3 moreWorks well
“Enriched with LHA ingredients to gently exfoliate skin and unclog pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acidWorks well
“Enriched with LHA ingredients to gently exfoliate skin and unclog pores.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid, salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil + 1 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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Centella asiatica extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractWater~11–16%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateGlycerin~3.3–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-betaine~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineC12-13 pareth-9~1.9–2.8%
Sodium chloride~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloride1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.25%
Butylene glycol~1.1–1.7%
- 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 glycolTetradecene~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Betaine~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Salicylic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSorbitol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHexadecene~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-glucoside~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideDisodium coco-glucoside citrate~0.4–0.95%
Propanediol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLactobacillus ferment~0.35–0.8%
- 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 fermentCitric acid~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPogostemon cablin oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.8%
Polyquaternium-67~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-67Disodium edta~0.2–0.8%
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractXylitol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolMalt extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coccinia indica fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractPentylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLeptospermum scoparium leaf extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidMadecassoside~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- 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 extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.1–0.45%
- 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 extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractCeramide np~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npPhytosphingosine~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinHoney extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Centella asiatica extract, Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Glycerin, Coco-betaine, C12-13 pareth-9, Sodium chloride, 1,2-hexanediol, Butylene glycol, Tetradecene, Betaine, Potassium benzoate, Salicylic acid, Sorbitol, Hexadecene, Coco-glucoside, Disodium coco-glucoside citrate, Propanediol, Lactobacillus ferment, Citric acid, Pogostemon cablin oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-67, Disodium edta, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Xylitol, Malt extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Pentylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Leptospermum scoparium leaf extract, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Madecassoside, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Honey extract, Capryloyl salicylic 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.
| ParnellCicamanu pH Balanced Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayEffaclar Micro-Peeling Face and Body Cleansing Gel | APRIL SKINCarrotene IPMP Exfoliating Body Wash | WelldermaHeartleaf Acne Zero 3-in-1 Body Wash | |
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| Match | — | 71% | 71% | 67% |
| Price | $21.00 | $23.41+$2.41 | $21.03 | $17.80−$3.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 21 | 7 of 21 | 4 of 21 |
| Key difference | — | Zinc Gluconate | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 41 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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