Sanex Micellar Hypoallergenic Face and Body Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Micellar Hypoallergenic Face and Body Cleanser”
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 laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate.
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~40–60%
Sodium laureth sulfate~9.9–14.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCoco-glucoside~2.1–3.1%
- 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-glucosideSodium lactate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium chloride~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideLactic acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Glyceryl oleate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateParfum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolyquaternium-7~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Sodium pca~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolZinc sulfate~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Coco-glucoside, Sodium lactate, Sodium chloride, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Glyceryl oleate, Parfum, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium pca, Caprylyl glycol, Zinc sulfate
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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.
| SanexMicellar Hypoallergenic Face and Body CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OlivalAmino Gel | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | NiveaIntimo Body Wash Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 52% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Salicylic Acid | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Eau de Jonzac Pure Purifying Cleansing Gel OrganicBioderma Sébium Gel Moussant: Purifying Cleansing Foaming Gel with Pump
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 5Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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