Philosophy Exclusive Purity Facial Cleanser with Turmeric Extract
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium trideceth sulfate + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Purity Facial Cleanser with Turmeric Extract”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, coco-glucoside, coconut alcohol, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium trideceth sulfate, 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: coco-glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Aniba rosaeodora wood oil, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroamphoacetate~10–12%
Sodium trideceth sulfate~5.5–6.7%
Limnanthes alba seed oil~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilCoco-glucoside~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCoconut alcohol~1.9–2.3%
Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1.6–2%
Glycerin~1.5–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIsopropyl alcohol~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholCarbomer~0.7–1.05%
- 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 CarbomerPolysorbate 20~0.65–0.95%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Citric acid~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium phosphate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateAniba rosaeodora wood oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.45–0.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Xanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium citrate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateBulnesia sarmientoi wood oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.5%
Amyris balsamifera bark oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilMimosa tenuiflora bark extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ormenis multicaulis oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Piper nigrum fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia sclarea oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Santalum album oil~0.05–0.15%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium trideceth sulfate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Coco-glucoside, Coconut alcohol, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl alcohol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Chlorphenesin, Citric acid, Disodium phosphate, Aniba rosaeodora wood oil, Linalool, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Sodium citrate, Bulnesia sarmientoi wood oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Sodium hydroxide, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Tocopherol, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract, Ormenis multicaulis oil, Piper nigrum fruit extract, Salvia sclarea oil, Santalum album oil, Ci 19140
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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.
| PhilosophyExclusive Purity Facial Cleanser with Turmeric ExtractYOUR PRODUCT | CoverGirlClean Fresh Skincare Hydrating Cream Cleanser | CeraVeCream to Foam Cleanser | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $5.95 | $12.68 | $14.13 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate | Salicylic Acid | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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