Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Kind to Skin Nourishing Shower Gel”
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 lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium laureth sulfate.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens oil, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinateMedium 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%
Sodium laureth sulfate~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium chloride~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinAnthemis nobilis flower oil~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilPelargonium graveolens oil~1.6–1.9%
Panthenol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinBisabolol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateTocopherol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolPantolactone~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneCoco-glucoside~0.55–0.85%
- 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-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCocamine oxide~0.5–0.8%
Glyceryl laurate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateSodium lauryl sulfate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfateTrideceth-7~0.25–0.45%
Sodium styrene/acrylates copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxymethylglycinate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium chloride, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Bisabolol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Tocopherol, Pantolactone, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Cocamine oxide, Glyceryl laurate, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Trideceth-7, Sodium styrene/acrylates copolymer, Dipropylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| SimpleKind to Skin Nourishing Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | UriageXemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel | BaleaVanilla Coconut Shower Cream | AlphanovaBaby Organic Nourishing Foaming Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | — | — | $1.99 | $11.14 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ns | Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Safety Assessment of Anthemis nobilis– Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
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