Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl apple amino acids, Decyl glucoside + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hexylene glycol, lauryl glucoside, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl apple amino acids) 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
“Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash”
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Diatomaceous earth~4–6%
Sodium cocoyl apple amino acids~3.6–5.4%
Glycerin~2.6–4%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates/steareth-20 methacrylate copolymer~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates copolymer~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerDecyl glucoside~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLauryl glucoside~0.85–1.25%
Lithium magnesium sodium silicate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 20~0.35–0.8%
Hexylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneDecylene glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to creat a nice product texture and support penetration of other ingredients
More about Decylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.55%
Panthenol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.45%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.4%
Ascorbyl glucoside~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideBorago officinalis seed oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilTocopherol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilTocotrienols~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsTriolein~0.1–0.35%
Trilinolein~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium nitrate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMagnesium chloride~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Diatomaceous earth, Sodium cocoyl apple amino acids, Glycerin, Acrylates/steareth-20 methacrylate copolymer, Acrylates copolymer, Decyl glucoside, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl glucoside, Lithium magnesium sodium silicate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Limonene, Decylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Tetrasodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Borago officinalis seed oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocotrienols, Triolein, Trilinolein, Magnesium nitrate, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium chloride
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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.
| PhilosophyMicrodelivery Exfoliating WashYOUR PRODUCT | Summer FridaysPink Dew Gel Cleanser | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | — | $15.00 | $4.09 | $13.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin B12 (Synthetic) | Madecassoside | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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