Paula's choice The UnScrub Gentle Cleansing Scrub
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“The UnScrub Gentle Cleansing Scrub”
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 stearate, laureth-7, methyl glucose sesquistearate, peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, stearyl alcohol, 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
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The UnScrub Gentle Cleansing Scrub”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Jojoba esters~4.8–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearateMethyl glucose sesquistearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateTocopheryl acetate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateDecyl glucoside~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePpg-20 methyl glucose ether~0.9–1.35%
Glyceryl stearate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateStearyl alcohol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholPolyacrylamide~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideSapindus mukorossi peel extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain saponins. Might have anti-bactrial and anti-oxidant effect in skin. Also can be used to help oil and water mix together
More about Sapindus mukorossi peel extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumC13-14 isoparaffin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Laureth-7~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Jojoba esters, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Tocopheryl acetate, Decyl glucoside, Ppg-20 methyl glucose ether, Glyceryl stearate, Stearyl alcohol, Polyacrylamide, Sapindus mukorossi peel extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Xanthan gum, C13-14 isoparaffin, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Paula's choiceThe UnScrub Gentle Cleansing ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Yes toAvocado Fragrance-Free Daily Cream Cleanser | My ClarinsRE-MOVE Micellar Cleansing Milk | ALASTIN SkincareUltra Calm Cleansing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 29% | 28% | 28% |
| Price | — | $9.27 | $20.46 | $58.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Persea Gratissima Oil | Bisabolol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Analysis of the bioactive components of Sapindus saponinssciencedirect.com
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