Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: medium
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Key actives
Works for
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Episteme Treatment Clear Wash
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate se, glycol distearate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, peg-150 distearate, sodium laureth-4 carboxylate, stearic acid) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
Helps water and oil mix together
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
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Key Actives
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
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
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
Potential irritants
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
Comedogenic ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
All ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
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
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
An anti-oxidant that helps stabilize product formulations. Might help neutralise free radicals in skin
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
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
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Ingredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Butylene glycol, Potassium hydroxide, Glycol distearate, Lauric acid, Palmitic acid, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium laureth-4 carboxylate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Unknown, Oenothera biennis oil, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Honey, Unknown, Paeonia albiflora root extract, Oryzanol, Panax ginseng root extract, Lactobacillus, Unknown, Algin, Unknown, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Glyceryl stearate se, Peg-150 distearate, Bht, Disodium edta, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Avena sativa kernel extract, Unknown, Phenoxyethanol, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Parfum
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