Purito SEOUL Defence Barrier pH Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Defence Barrier pH Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, lauric acid, sodium laurate, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, sodium methyl isethionate) 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: coco-betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium 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~40–60%
Coco-betaine~7.8–11.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateArginine~2.8–4.3%
- 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 chloride~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideBetaine~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHydroxyacetophenone~1.1–1.6%
Sodium methyl isethionate~0.85–1.3%
Lauric acid~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidCentella asiatica extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractSodium laurate~0.4–0.95%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Allantoin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Arginine, Sodium chloride, Betaine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium methyl isethionate, Lauric acid, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium laurate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol
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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.
| Purito SEOULDefence Barrier pH CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | MCoBeautyEveryday Foaming Face Cleanser | celimaxDual Barrier Mild Gel Cleanser | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 35% |
| Price | — | $11.99 | $13.77 | $11.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Vitamin C | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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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- 2Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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