Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Daily Detox Purifying Face Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishZinc pca, NiacinamideNot delivered
“Helps prevent spots and blemishes.”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf water, Benzophenone-4 + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana leaf water~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cocamidopropyl betaine~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinSodium laureth sulfate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.4–2.2%
- 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 crosspolymerBenzophenone-4~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Citric acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydrated silica~1–1.6%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Niacinamide~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePanthenol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPantolactone~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactonePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.5%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.3%
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractXanthan gum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumZinc pca~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaIngredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana leaf water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Benzophenone-4, Citric acid, Hydrated silica, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Xanthan gum, Zinc pca
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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.
| SimpleDaily Detox Purifying Face WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayLipikar Nourishing Shower Gel | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | LACURAFoaming Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 91% | 91% |
| Price | $6.90 | $14.98+$8.08 | $25.46+$18.56 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate | Lactic Acid | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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