Ren Skincare Clarimatte T-Zone Cleansing Gel
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Polysorbate 20 + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Clarimatte™ T-Zone Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-glucoside.
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.
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.05–0.25%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Enriched with decongesting flavonoids, exfoliating salicilin and soothing guaiazulene, it unclogs and closes pores, purifies your skin and targets redness to leave your skin feeling balanced and refreshed.”
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Enriched with Willow Bark Extract to help reduce the appearance of pores and Mayblossom Extract to help keep skin clear of breakouts.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil + 3 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4.7–7%
- 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~5.1–7.6%
- 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-glucosidePolysorbate 20~2.9–4.4%
Xanthan gum~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPanthenol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSalix nigra bark extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractSodium lauroyl oat amino acids~1.3–2%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Crataegus oxyacantha stem extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Callitris intratropica wood oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGlucose~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractLactobacillus~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractSodium chloride~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideLactoperoxidase~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In theory, could support healthy skin's microbiome, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about LactoperoxidaseGlucose oxidase~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glucose oxidaseLactic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan gum, Panthenol, Salix nigra bark extract, Sodium lauroyl oat amino acids, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Crataegus oxyacantha stem extract, Callitris intratropica wood oil, Phenoxyethanol, Glucose, Sodium benzoate, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Lactobacillus, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Sodium chloride, Lactoperoxidase, Glucose oxidase, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Ren SkincareClarimatte T-Zone Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CAGlycerin Gentle Purifying Cleanser | GLOSSYBOXDaily Micellar Gel Cleanser | Selfless by HyramCentella and Green Tea Daily Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $19.00 | $12.05 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil | Triolein |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| 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 10 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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