Perricone MD No Makeup Micellar Cleansing Treatment
Works for
CleansingPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Carnitine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Why We Love It : Remove surface debris and unclog pores with this gentle makeup-removing cleanser.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, carnitine, cetrimonium chloride, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides) 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: cetrimonium chloride
ExfoliationUrea, AllantoinNot delivered
“L-Carnitine: A naturally occurring amino acid that gently exfoliate, clarify and brighten skin by encouraging surface skin renewal.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishCarnitine, AllantoinNot delivered
“Why We Love It : Remove surface debris and unclog pores with this gentle makeup-removing cleanser.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~4.6–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPropanediol~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCarnitine~3.7–5.5%
Allantoin~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPanthenol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolEthylhexylglycerin~1.2–1.8%
Betaine~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCarbomer~0.55–1.25%
- 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 CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.45–1.05%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Ppg-33-buteth-45~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Urea~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCopper citrate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Propanediol, Carnitine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Betaine, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Ppg-33-buteth-45, Cetrimonium chloride, Urea, Phenoxyethanol, Copper citrate
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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.
| Perricone MDNo Makeup Micellar Cleansing TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | ThalgoFace Micellar Cleansing Water | FacetheoryGlycolacsal Solution T4 with Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Lactic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 30% |
| Price | $29.00 | — | $23.66−$5.34 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 | Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Simple Waterboost Hydrating Micellar WaterCOSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 3
- 4Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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