QMS Medicosmetics Epigen Pollution Detox Cleansing Gel
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Carbomer + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Epigen Pollution Detox Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, carbomer, coco-glucoside, disodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, xanthan gum) 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-glucoside
ExfoliationSide benefit · Lactobionic acid, Mandelic 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: lactobionic acid, mandelic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 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 GlycerinCoco-glucoside~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.7–4%
- 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 juicePanthenol~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCarbomer~1.4–2.1%
- 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 CarbomerDisodium cocoyl glutamate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoyl glutamateXanthan gum~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSaccharide isomerate~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCoffea robusta seed extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLactobionic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateMandelic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps shed the upper layer of dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing smoother, brighter skin. It can help to reduce hyperpigmentation. It has anti-bacterial properties, and might help to reduce blemishes, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. It is considered to be gentler than glycolic acid
More about Mandelic acidDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.5%
Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-glucoside, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Disodium cocoyl glutamate, Xanthan gum, Saccharide isomerate, Coffea robusta seed extract, Parfum, Lactobionic acid, Benzoic acid, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Mandelic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Potassium sorbate, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| QMS MedicosmeticsEpigen Pollution Detox Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | SolverxSensitive Cleansing Gel | Some By Misuper matcha pore cleansing gel | MesoesteticPurifying Mousse Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 55% | 50% |
| Price | — | $21.63 | $11.82 | $42.66 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Glyceryl Oleate | Madecassoside | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 6Lactobionic acidmdedge.com
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