Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“L-Lactic Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium lauryl sulfate, decyl glucoside, xanthan gum) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: ammonium lauryl sulfate, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationLactic acidWorks well
“Cleansing aside, it also encourages the skin’s own natural exfoliation process, known as desquamation.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: lactic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, AlcoholMedium 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%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinAmmonium lauryl sulfate~5.1–7.7%
Lactic acid~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidDecyl glucoside~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium hydroxide~1.7–2.5%
Xanthan gum~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~1.3–1.9%
Carrageenan~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanPanthenol~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopherol~0.5–1.15%
- 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 TocopherolGlucose~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucosePhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLycium barbarum fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractParfum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumArginine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineVinegar~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAlcohol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 AlcoholRubus idaeus extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Rubus idaeus extractAscophyllum nodosum extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Ascophyllum nodosum extractSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Lactic acid, Decyl glucoside, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carrageenan, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Glucose, Phenoxyethanol, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Parfum, Arginine, Vinegar, Propylene glycol, Alcohol, Rubus idaeus extract, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| SkinstitutL-Lactic CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | OlivalAmino Gel | Eau de JonzacPure Purifying Cleansing Gel Organic | CeraVeGel Moussant Anti-Imperfections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | $16.60 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Copper Pca | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Balea Med Ultra Sensitive Cleansing FoamSimple Smoothing Gel Cleanser with 5% AHA and Hyaluronic Acid
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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