Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamide dea + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Facial Soap pH 5.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamide dea, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate) 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: ammonium lauryl sulfate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Imidazolidinyl urea, Dmdm hydantoin + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~10–12%
Glycerin~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 dea~2.7–3.3%
Sodium chloride~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~1.8–2.2%
Polyquaternium-7~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Polyquaternium-10~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Imidazolidinyl urea~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaDmdm hydantoin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinCitrus aurantium dulcis seed extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Algae extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractSea salt~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Sea saltParfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Ci 42090~0.15–0.25%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCitral~0.05–0.1%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamide dea, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Imidazolidinyl urea, Dmdm hydantoin, Citrus aurantium dulcis seed extract, Algae extract, Sea salt, Parfum, Limonene, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 42090, Tocopheryl acetate, Citral, Ci 15985
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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.
| Pure MineralFacial Soap pH 5.5YOUR PRODUCT | MesoesteticFacial Gel Cleanser | GOOD LIGHTCosmic Dew Water Cleanser | CliniqueAll-in-One Cleansing Micellar Milk + Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | — | — | $22.00 | $28.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Fructooligosaccharides | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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