Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Tea Tree Oil Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mea, cocamidopropyl betaine, hexylene glycol, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishGlycolic acidNot delivered
“It removes impurities and dirt and cleanses the pores.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCocamide mea~2.8–3.4%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lauroamphoacetate~2.2–2.6%
Corn gluten amino acids~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideHexylene glycol~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSodium cocoyl glycinate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateHydroxyacetophenone~0.6–0.9%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilButylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 glycolCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycolic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidPortulaca oleracea extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractArginine~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamide mea, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Corn gluten amino acids, Sodium chloride, Hexylene glycol, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Glycolic acid, Portulaca oleracea extract, Arginine, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Pure & CareTea Tree Oil Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | CeraVeAcne Foaming Cream Wash | FreshHesperides Grapefruit Bath & Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 43% | 38% |
| Price | $14.95 | $15.94+$0.99 | $14.99 | $23.99+$9.04 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Benzoyl Peroxide | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
- 5Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
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