SEPHORA COLLECTION Clean Skin Gel Cleanser with Prebiotics
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
“What it is: A daily cleanser that removes makeup, cleanses, tones and soothes the skin while maintaining skin hydration.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-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: coco-glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Coco-glucoside~10–15%
- 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-glucosideGlycerin~4.2–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinInulin~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinXanthan gum~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Inulin, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| SEPHORA COLLECTIONClean Skin Gel Cleanser with PrebioticsYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CAGlycerin Gentle Purifying Cleanser | Fitglow BeautyGentle Ceramide Gel Cleanser | Selfless by HyramCentella & Green Tea Hydrating Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | $28.99 | $19.00−$9.99 | $11.17−$17.82 | $14.46−$14.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Ceramide Np | Triolein |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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