Saturday Skin Acai Berry + Oats Antioxidant Gel Cleanser
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CleansingSodium cocoyl glutamate, Coco-betaine + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Acai Berry + Oats Antioxidant Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cholesterol, coco-betaine, coco-glucoside, hydrogenated lecithin, polysorbate 20, quillaja saponaria bark extract, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl isethionate) 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, coco-glucoside
ExfoliationAcetyl glucosamineNot delivered
“The grain complex exfoliates gently, tackling dullness and hyperpigmentation, while Centella Asiatica soothes and calms sensitive skin, reducing redness.”
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: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Glycerin~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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl glutamate~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamatePanthenol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCoco-betaine~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaine1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.05%
Caprylyl glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCoco-glucoside~0.9–1.4%
- 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-glucosideChlorella vulgaris extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractGlucose~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilButylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycolFructooligosaccharides~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesFructose~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseSodium cocoyl isethionate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateCitric acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium phytate~0.15–0.5%
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.1–0.45%
- 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 nobilis peel oilPolyquaternium-67~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-67Pentylene glycol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAvena sativa kernel extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractGardenia florida fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractQuillaja saponaria bark extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Quillaja saponaria bark extractDextrin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinAcetyl glucosamine~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateOryza sativa extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractHydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.3%
Avena sativa meal extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of oatmeal extract. Helps restore skin barrier and has antioxidant properties
More about Avena sativa meal extractCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Vigna radiata seed extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bean extract that in theory might help to reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are missing
More about Vigna radiata seed extractCholesterol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPeg-800~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPolysorbate 20~0.1–0.3%
Asiaticoside~0.05–0.2%
- 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~0.1–0.3%
- 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~0.1–0.3%
- 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 acidSh-oligopeptide-1~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-1~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-polypeptide-1Oligopeptide-2~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sh-polypeptide-22~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-polypeptide-22Sh-polypeptide-7 sh-polypeptide-94 sh-polypeptide-95~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Panthenol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Coco-betaine, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Coco-glucoside, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Glucose, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Butylene glycol, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Citric acid, Sodium phytate, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Polyquaternium-67, Pentylene glycol, Avena sativa kernel extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Quillaja saponaria bark extract, Dextrin, Acetyl glucosamine, Sodium hyaluronate, Oryza sativa extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Avena sativa meal extract, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Vigna radiata seed extract, Cholesterol, Peg-800, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-1, Unknown, Oligopeptide-2, Sh-polypeptide-22, Sh-polypeptide-7 sh-polypeptide-94 sh-polypeptide-95
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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.
| Saturday SkinAcai Berry + Oats Antioxidant Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | ROVECTINAqua Gentle Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 45% | 35% |
| Price | $19.00 | $4.17−$14.83 | $22.00+$3.00 | $17.12−$1.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 23 | 6 of 23 | 7 of 23 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Madecassoside | Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans |
| Irritancy | High | 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 33 studies and safety reviews.
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