Perricone MD Cleansers High Potency Classics Nutritive Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Gentle gel cleanser quickly and effectively removes excess oil, debris and impurity buildup without stripping the skin.”
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: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
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.
ExfoliationZinc gluconate, Copper gluconateNot delivered
“Packed with alpha lipoic acid, exfoliating alpha hydroxy acids, and our unique firming and hydrating copper complex, this anti-aging face wash softens and conditions dry, thirsty skin while perfectly preparing it for the next step in your regimen.”
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.
Anti-blemishZinc gluconate, Copper gluconateNot delivered
“Maintaining cleansed, purified skin is the answer to minimising breakouts and pimples, so allow the potent and innovative cleanser to work its magic as you massage it into your base.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineLauryl glucoside~3.8–4.7%
Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide~2.2–2.7%
Dimethyl mea~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thioctic acid~1.3–1.6%
Parfum~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMagnesium aspartate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateZinc gluconate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.7%
Copper gluconate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Sodium chloride~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Lauryl glucoside, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide, Dimethyl mea, Thioctic acid, Parfum, Magnesium aspartate, Zinc gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Copper gluconate, Disodium edta, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Perricone MDCleansers High Potency Classics Nutritive CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | PrimeraGentle Comfort Gel Cleanser for Sensitive Skin | pH formulaG.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive Skin | Sofie Pavitt FaceClean Clean Gentle Gel Foaming Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | $19.00 | — | $41.72+$22.72 | $34.00+$15.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Lactic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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