Pretty Athletic Cool Down Purifying Gel Cleanser
Works for
CleansingLauryl glucoside, Carbomer + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Cool Down Purifying Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
Anti-blemishCamellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“This luxuriously rich facial cleansing gel with Aloe Vera, Cucumber and Chamomile soothes, whilst gently cleansing the skin to help prevent exercise related breakouts.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinLauryl glucoside~3.9–5.9%
Microcrystalline cellulose~2.5–3.8%
Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideSodium hyaluronate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderCucumis sativus fruit extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCarbomer~0.15–0.55%
- 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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCellulose gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumPolysorbate 20~0.1–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.05–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Lauryl glucoside, Microcrystalline cellulose, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Cellulose gum, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hydroxide, Benzyl alcohol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Pretty AthleticCool Down Purifying Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | Skinfixbarrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel Cleanser | e.l.f. CosmeticsMini Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $25.46 | $12.00 | $7.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Oligopeptide-3 | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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