Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow 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~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamidopropyl betaine~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium cocoamphoacetate~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateGlycerin~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 GlycerinPeg-18 glyceryl oleate/cocoate~1.9–2.3%
Boswellia serrata gum~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideDipropylene glycol~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSodium pca~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAllantoin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideTetrasodium edta~0.45–0.7%
Trisodium nta~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.15%
Benzoic acid~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Glycerin, Peg-18 glyceryl oleate/cocoate, Boswellia serrata gum, Sodium chloride, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium pca, Allantoin, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Tetrasodium edta, Trisodium nta, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium benzoate, 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzoic acid
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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.
| Simply PureFace WashYOUR PRODUCT | Spotles SKNJelly Cleanser | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | UriageXemose Gentle Cleansing Syndet Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | $21.99 | $8.90−$13.09 | $14.13−$7.86 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Ceramide Eop | Ceramide Ns |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: pH formula G.E.L. Cleanse | Gel Cleanser for Senstive SkinCetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser Fragrance Free
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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