Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Peg-3 cocamide + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A highly cushiony base material is adopted to help the product spread smoothly over the skin and remove old skin cells containing melanin and dirt while moisturizing and softening the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, peg-3 cocamide, peg-6 cocamide) 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.
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“A clarifying essence to clear away dead surface cells that cause a dull-looking complexion.”
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: Alcohol, Rosa multiflora fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol~6.2–9.3%
- 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 AlcoholButylene glycol~2.9–4.3%
- 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 glycolAngelica acutiloba root extract~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateCoix lacryma-jobi seed oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lonicera japonica flower extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractMelothria heterophylla root extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa multiflora fruit extract~0.5–1.2%
Tocopherol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.35–0.8%
- 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 crosspolymerCarbomer~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDisodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Ethyl oleate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethyl oleate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It derives from an oleic acid. In skincare, it is used to soften the upper layer of the skin, improve the product texture and smell
More about Ethyl oleateGlycerin~0.15–0.6%
- 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 GlycerinMicrocrystalline cellulose~0.15–0.55%
Peg-10 dimethicone~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconePeg-3 cocamide~0.1–0.35%
Peg-6 cocamide~0.05–0.3%
Peg/ppg-20/22 butyl ether dimethicone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ppg-10 methyl glucose ether~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ppg-10 methyl glucose etherSodium hydroxide~0.01–0.1%
Methylparaben~0.01–0.05%
Phenoxyethanol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Butylene glycol, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Coix lacryma-jobi seed oil, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Melothria heterophylla root extract, Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Tocopherol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Ethyl oleate, Glycerin, Microcrystalline cellulose, Peg-10 dimethicone, Peg-3 cocamide, Peg-6 cocamide, Peg/ppg-20/22 butyl ether dimethicone, Ppg-10 methyl glucose ether, Sodium hydroxide, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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.
| SEKKISEIClarifying EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | PÜRMelt Away Gel | KoseSoftymo Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Gel | MavalaClean & Comfort Caress Toning Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | — | — | $16.73 | $14.05 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 1 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Dimethicone | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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