Philosophy Pure Grace Foaming Bath and Shower Cream
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Pure Grace Foaming Bath and Shower Cream”
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.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Methylchloroisothiazolinone + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~3.9–4.8%
Lauryl betaine~3.8–4.7%
Glycol distearate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~2.1–2.5%
Glycerin~1.7–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolyquaternium-7~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Isostearamidopropyl morpholine lactate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytosterols~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsTocopherol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 TocopherolTocotrienols~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsSqualene~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneOryza sativa bran wax~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-10~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Methyl gluceth-20~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps protect the ingredients in the formulation against UV light
More about Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonateButeth-3~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tributyl citrate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium chloride~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTetrasodium edta~0.1–0.15%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Lauryl betaine, Glycol distearate, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Parfum, Polyquaternium-7, Isostearamidopropyl morpholine lactate, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Squalene, Oryza sativa bran wax, Polyquaternium-10, Methyl gluceth-20, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Buteth-3, Tributyl citrate, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Tetrasodium edta, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
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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.
| PhilosophyPure Grace Foaming Bath and Shower CreamYOUR PRODUCT | skintificCeramide Low pH Cleanser Facial Wash | The Body ShopShea Shower Cream | Nivea JapanCream Care Body Wash European White Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 25% | 25% | 24% |
| Price | — | $11.90 | $9.12 | $16.68 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Lauric Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Moisturizing Body & Face Wash | La Roche-PosaySimple Moisturising Facial Wash for Sensitive Skin
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5Safety Assessment of Tocopherols and Tocotrienols as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 6Tocotrienol‐rich fraction attenuates UV‐induced inflammaging: A bench to bedside studyonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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