Shiseido Senka Perfect Whip White Clay Face Wash
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CleansingStearic acid, Myristic acid + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Senka Perfect Whip White Clay Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauric acid, myristic acid, stearic acid) 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.
Anti-blemishLauric acidNot delivered
“Absorbs and cleans even blackheads and square plugs.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Stearic acid~8.2–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPeg-8~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Potassium hydroxide~2.4–2.9%
Lauric acid~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidGlycerin~1.8–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolBeeswax~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxPolyquaternium-7~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Peg-90m~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSericin~0.55–0.85%
Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydrolyzed silk~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkAlcohol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 AlcoholDisodium edta~0.45–0.7%
Talc~0.55–0.8%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Sodium metaphosphate~0.25–0.5%
Aluminum hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Silica~0.25–0.5%
Bht~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Peg-8, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Beeswax, Polyquaternium-7, Peg-90m, Sodium hyaluronate, Sericin, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed silk, Alcohol, Disodium edta, Talc, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium metaphosphate, Aluminum hydroxide, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Silica, Bht, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| ShiseidoSenka Perfect Whip White Clay Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueAll About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser | numbuzinNo. 2 Deep Clean Fresh Cream Cleanser | RohtoHada Labo Goku-Jyun Hyaluron Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 38% |
| Price | — | $9.12 | $9.00 | $12.15 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Peg-3 Distearate | Oleic Acid | Saccharide Isomerate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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