Sanctuary Spa Polishing Hot Cloth Cleanser
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Cera alba + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Polishing Hot Cloth Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, cetearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan stearate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Polishing Hot Cloth Cleanser”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Limonene, Humulus lupulus extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cocos nucifera oil~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilTheobroma cacao seed butter~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterCetearyl alcohol~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCetyl esters~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinCera alba~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilPolysorbate 60~1.4–1.7%
Sorbitan stearate~1.1–1.3%
Camelina sativa seed oil~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium gluconate~0.6–0.9%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilCitric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLimonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- 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 flower extractHumulus lupulus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linalool
More about Humulus lupulus extractCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzoic acid~0.15–0.3%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocos nucifera oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl esters, Glycerin, Cera alba, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan stearate, Camelina sativa seed oil, Sodium benzoate, Sodium gluconate, Potassium sorbate, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Citric acid, Limonene, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Humulus lupulus extract, Citrus grandis peel oil, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| Sanctuary SpaPolishing Hot Cloth CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Liz EarleYour Daily Routine with Skin Repair Light Cream | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | ELEMISPro-Collagen Water Mint Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $52.91 | — | $74.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Wheat Germ Oil |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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