pH formula G.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive Skin
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCan be harsh
“G.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive 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.
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.6–0.85%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Key ingredients include Lactic Acid which helps to break down the desmosomes (bonds between cells) to allow for easier exfoliation of dead skin cells, whilst hydrating the skin.”
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?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsLow 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~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineBetaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateSodium cocoamphoacetate~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateSodium chloride~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1.4–1.7%
Glycerin~1.1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.9%
Lactic acid~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidEriophorum spissum flower/stem extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.4–0.6%
- 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 extractDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Benzoic acid~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Hydrolyzed candida saitoana extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSorbic acid~0.1–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Betaine, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Sodium chloride, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Unknown, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Lactic acid, Eriophorum spissum flower/stem extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Disodium edta, Benzoic acid, Sodium benzoate, Hydrolyzed candida saitoana extract, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic acid, 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.
| pH formulaG.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | PCA SKINFacial Wash | SimpleSmoothing Gel Cleanser with 5% AHA and Hyaluronic Acid | OlivalAmino Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 50% | 49% |
| Price | — | $42.00 | $10.71 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Panthenol | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Low | 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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