PRODUCT REVIEW
SheaMoisture African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Detoxifying Gel Cleanser
Can it cause trouble?
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What can the product work for?
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Detoxifying Gel Cleanser
xanthan gum
2.6% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Used to create a thicker product consistency
Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Show oily, blemish-prone skin the door.
salix alba bark extract
1.1% -
1.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Cleansing | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
37/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 3
Potential irritants
salix alba bark extract
1.1% -
1.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish
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
melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
0.55% -
1.25%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
2.3% -
3.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
butyrospermum parkii butter
2.3% -
3.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
ricinus communis seed oil
1.7% -
2.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
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Potential irritants
salix alba bark extract
1.1% -
1.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish
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
melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
0.55% -
1.25%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
2.3% -
3.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Show more
All ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
glycerin
4.6% -
7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
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Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Water, Lithium magnesium sodium silicate, Xanthan gum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ricinus communis seed oil, Salix alba bark extract, Charcoal powder, Theobroma cacao extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Elaeis guineensis kernel oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Sodium benzoate, Benzoic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Triethyl citrate, Citric acid, Parfum
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Final report on the safety assessment of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Glyceryl Ricinoleate SE, Ricinoleic Acid, Potassium Ricinoleate, Sodium Ricinoleate, Zinc Ricinoleate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Ethyl Ricinoleate, Glycol Ricinoleate, Isopropyl Ricinoleate, Methyl Ricinoleate, and Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
- Castor Oil: Properties, Uses, and Optimization of Processing Parameters in Commercial Production
- Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation