Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides + 8 moreCan be harsh
“Saforelle Gentle Cleansing Care 2 x 500ml is a care specially formulated for the intimate and bodily cleansing of sensitive and irritated skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~45–55%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.8–10.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesSodium cocoamphoacetate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateLaureth-2~2–2.5%
Peg/ppg-120/10 trimethylolpropane trioleate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates copolymer~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerLauryl glucoside~1.2–1.5%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceXylitylglucoside~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideHydroxyacetophenone~0.55–0.85%
Parfum~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocamide mea~0.45–0.7%
Anhydroxylitol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSodium lauryl glucose carboxylate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylateSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Styrene/acrylates copolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerXylitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolSodium pca~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Coco-glucoside~0.3–0.55%
- 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-glucosideCitric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidArctium lappa root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractSodium lauryl sulfate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfateBenzoic acid~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Laureth-2, Peg/ppg-120/10 trimethylolpropane trioleate, Acrylates copolymer, Lauryl glucoside, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Xylitylglucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, Parfum, Cocamide mea, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Sodium hydroxide, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Xylitol, Sodium pca, Disodium edta, Coco-glucoside, Citric acid, Arctium lappa root extract, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Benzoic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| SaforelleGentle Cleansing CareYOUR PRODUCT | BiodermaAtoderm Shower Gel | BYOMABrightening Body Wash | DoréLa Micellaire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 38% | 35% |
| Price | $41.37 | $7.52−$33.85 | $12.99−$28.38 | $28.00−$13.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 14 | 5 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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