Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Deep Pore Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Australian Pink Clay Deep Pore Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate) 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, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“Exfoliates gently with AHA's and luffa plant extract”
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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Microcitrus australis fruit extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDecyl glucoside~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate~2.6–3.9%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1.5–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinMacadamia integrifolia seed oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilLuffa cylindrica fruit powder~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaolin~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinHamamelis virginiana extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractMicrocitrus australis fruit extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus glauca fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Microcitrus australasica fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Microcitrus australasica fruit extractBackhousia citriodora leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used mostly as a fragrance. Can have some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties
More about Backhousia citriodora leaf extractBisabolol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololAllantoin~0.1–0.45%
- 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 AllantoinAlcohol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 AlcoholParfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIron oxides~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroacetic acid~0.05–0.2%
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 acidLimonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Decyl glucoside, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Glycerin, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Luffa cylindrica fruit powder, Kaolin, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Microcitrus australis fruit extract, Citrus glauca fruit extract, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Backhousia citriodora leaf extract, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Alcohol, Parfum, Iron oxides, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Limonene
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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.
| Sand & SkyAustralian Pink Clay Deep Pore CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Avant SkincareBlue Volcanic Stone Purifying & Antioxidising Cleansing Gel | facerealityskincare-B2BAntioxidant Scrub | Adorn CosmeticsBasics Natural Gel Cleanser | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $29.00 | — | $34.00+$5.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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