Schwanen Garten US Antioxidant Facial Cleanser
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CleansingDecyl glucoside, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
“Antioxidant Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, xanthan gum) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Decyl glucoside~7.9–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~3.6–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinZanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell
More about Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractPulsatilla koreana extract~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Usnea barbata extract~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydroxyethylcellulose~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseXanthan gum~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractSalix alba bark extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.4–0.9%
Origanum vulgare leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
More about Origanum vulgare leaf extractChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractSaccharomyces/viscum album ferment extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces/imperata cylindrica root ferment extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract obtained from a plant root (cogon grass). It works as an excellent humectant attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect
More about Saccharomyces/imperata cylindrica root ferment extractLarix sibirica wood extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be used as a fragrance. Has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Larix sibirica wood extractBetula alba bark extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Has astringent properties. Creates a tightening and drying effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about Betula alba bark extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Usnea barbata extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan gum, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Salix alba bark extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Saccharomyces/viscum album ferment extract, Saccharomyces/imperata cylindrica root ferment extract, Larix sibirica wood extract, Betula alba bark extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil
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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.
| Schwanen Garten USAntioxidant Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | PrequelREDNESS REFORM SULFUR CLEANSER | NaturiumMulti-Calm Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $12.35 | $17.99 | $15.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Azelaic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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