Skin Academy Zero Ageless Super Hydra Gel 2 in 1 Cleanser + Mask
Works for
CleansingXanthan gumCan be harsh
“Zero Ageless Super Hydra Gel 2 in 1 Cleanser + Mask”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Sodium anisate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.6–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolXanthan gum~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcer rubrum bark extract~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~1.1–1.6%
- 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 oilCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilSodium levulinate~0.35–0.85%
Betaine~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCitric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium anisate~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Xanthan gum, Acer rubrum bark extract, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Sodium levulinate, Betaine, Citric acid, Sodium anisate, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Skin AcademyZero Ageless Super Hydra Gel 2 in 1 Cleanser + MaskYOUR PRODUCT | Spotles SKNJelly Cleanser | FacetheoryHydraCleanse Rebalancing Gel Cleanser | Gentle Daily Face Wash - facetheory.com | Kate SomervilleDeliKate Soothing Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 43% | 42% |
| Price | — | $8.90 | $16.00 | $13.23 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Lactic Acid | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: The INKEY List CA Glycerin Gentle Purifying CleanserM. Asam Ocean Minerals Mineral Cleansing Gel
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Anthemis nobilis– Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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