Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glycinate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Mugwort Calming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium lauroyl glutamate) 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-betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Artemisia vulgaris extract, Salvia officinalis oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl glycinate~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateSodium lauroyl glutamate~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateButylene glycol~2–2.9%
- 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 glycolCoco-betaine~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineBetaine~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateArtemisia vulgaris extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
More about Artemisia vulgaris extractArtemisia princeps leaf extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Madecassoside~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideAsiaticoside~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidMadecassic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidPanthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAllantoin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMalt extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower 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 chlorideAspartic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolyquaternium-67~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-671,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Citric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSalvia officinalis oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Butylene glycol, Coco-betaine, Betaine, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Panthenol, Allantoin, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Malt extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Sodium chloride, Aspartic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Polyquaternium-67, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Salvia officinalis oil
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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.
| ROUND LABMugwort Calming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 51% | 39% |
| Price | — | $4.09 | $22.00 | $9.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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