Works for
CleansingPeg-6 cocamide, Carbomer + 4 moreCan be harsh
“The fresh gel raises makeup and dirt, removes them firmly, and cleans them refreshingly without stickiness.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sorbitan sesquioleate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Salvia officinalis oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.9–8.8%
- 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 glycolPeg-8~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Alcohol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholOlea europaea fruit oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSalvia officinalis oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Petroselinum sativum extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower water~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Peg-6 cocamide~0.5–1.2%
Carbomer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSorbitan sesquioleate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePolysorbate 80~0.15–0.65%
Menthol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sucrose laurate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.25%
Methylparaben~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaramel~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 19140~0.01–0.05%
Ci 61570~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Peg-8, Alcohol, Olea europaea fruit oil, Salvia officinalis oil, Petroselinum sativum extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Disodium edta, Peg-6 cocamide, Carbomer, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Polysorbate 80, Menthol, Sucrose laurate, Sodium hydroxide, Methylparaben, Parfum, Caramel, Ci 19140, Ci 61570
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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.
| Paul & JoeCleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | KoseSoftymo Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Gel | herbery earthFresh Honey Gel Cleansing D | DEZI SKINAgua Fresca Thirst Quenching Gel-Crme Moisturizer | |
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| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $16.73 | $16.30 | $48.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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More alternatives: Shiseido Benefique Make Clear Hot GelSoftymo Cleansing Cream, Hyaluronic Acid
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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