Rohto Hada Labo Gokujyun Hatomugi Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingLauric acid, Myristic acid + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Hada Labo Gokujyun Hatomugi Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide dea, decyl glucoside, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-80 sorbitan laurate, steareth-20) 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: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishLauric acidNot delivered
“Rohto Hada Labo Gokujyun Hatomugi Cleansing Foam helps to prevent acne by removing excess sebum and purifying pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Camphor, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lauric acid~7.5–9.1%
- 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 acidSorbitol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolPeg-75~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.
More about Peg-75Myristic acid~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPotassium hydroxide~1.9–2.3%
Cocamide dea~1.6–2%
Decyl glucoside~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideButylene glycol~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizate6-aminocaproic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Houttuynia cordata extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractSodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSqualane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCamphor~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycerin~0.4–0.6%
- 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 GlycerinRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilPalmitic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidMenthoxypropanediol~0.2–0.4%
Peg-80 sorbitan laurate~0.2–0.4%
Steareth-20~0.3–0.55%
Sodium bicarbonate~0.25–0.45%
Polyquaternium-39~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Lauric acid, Sorbitol, Peg-75, Myristic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Cocamide dea, Decyl glucoside, Butylene glycol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, 6-aminocaproic acid, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Chamomilla recutita extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Squalane, Camphor, Glycerin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Palmitic acid, Menthoxypropanediol, Peg-80 sorbitan laurate, Steareth-20, Sodium bicarbonate, Polyquaternium-39, Disodium edta, Alcohol, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| RohtoHada Labo Gokujyun Hatomugi Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | Rohto MentholatumHada Labo Gokujyun Hatomugi Face Foam | ShiseidoSenka Speedy Perfect Whip Moist Foam | skintificNiacinamide Brightening Cleanser Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $11.52 | $10.72 | $18.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Laureth-4 Carboxylate | Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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