RITUALS The Ritual of Namaste Velvety Smooth Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glycinate, Coco-glucoside + 5 moreCleanses gently
“The Ritual of Namaste Velvety Smooth Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl oleate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium lauroyl 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, glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Limonene + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium cocoyl glycinate~9.8–12%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateCoco-glucoside~6.1–7.5%
- 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-glucosideGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinCitric acid~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium lauroyl glutamate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateMoringa pterygosperma seed extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractNelumbo nucifera flower extract~1.4–1.7%
Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateGlyceryl oleate~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateSaccharide isomerate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateGlyceryl caprylate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateMica~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPropylene glycol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolMaltodextrin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinAscorbyl palmitate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateLecithin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTocopherol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolDehydroxanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create thicker product formulations and stabilize emulsions
More about Dehydroxanthan gumXanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePotassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.25%
Citral~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideTin oxide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideIngredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Citric acid, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Glyceryl oleate, Saccharide isomerate, Glyceryl caprylate, Mica, Propylene glycol, Maltodextrin, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Dehydroxanthan gum, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium citrate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Parfum, Titanium dioxide, Tin oxide
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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.
| RITUALSThe Ritual of Namaste Velvety Smooth Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | KORRESNatural Olympus Tea Cleansing Foam | BABORCleansing Foam | UNPALacto Cica Mild Clear Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $30.42 | $18.00 | $26.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Panthenol | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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