Works for
CleansingOctyldodeceth-16Can be harsh
“A moisturizing cleansing water infused with Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe Vera Leaf Extract to keep skin moist and soothe skin, while gently removing make-up and fine dust on face.”
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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Formulated with Citric Acid to exfoliate dead skin cells, helping to smooth uneven skin texture.”
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?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Dipropylene glycol~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPropanediol~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~2.2–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinVincetoxicum atratum extract~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Astragalus membranaceus root extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica gigas root extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractLonicera japonica flower extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractHydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Long sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycansSodium hyaluronate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateCitric acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.15–0.5%
- 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 citrateOctyldodeceth-16~0.1–0.45%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Benzyl glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps dissolve other ingredients and preserve products
More about Benzyl glycolDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Vincetoxicum atratum extract, Astragalus membranaceus root extract, Angelica gigas root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Octyldodeceth-16, 1,2-hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl glycol, Disodium edta
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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 skinHyaluronic Cleansing WaterYOUR PRODUCT | LöwengripClean & Calm - Micellar Water | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | CowshedBrighten Cica Micellar Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 29% | 29% |
| Price | — | $18.83 | $13.99 | $25.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing WaterPharmaceris A Prebio-Sensilique Prebiotic Micellar Water
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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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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