SOOFE’E Phyto Birch Tree Soothing Foaming Cleanser
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CleansingLauric acid, Myristic acid + 9 moreCleanses gently
“Phyto Birch Tree Soothing Foaming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (arachidic acid, capric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate, stearic acid) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Anti-blemishLauric acid, Centella asiatica extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Gently yet effectively removes excess sebum, blackheads, and impurities while hydrating the skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Mentha piperita leaf extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Betula alba leaf extract~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 GlycerinMyristic acid~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPotassium hydroxide~2.5–3.8%
Stearic acid~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidButylene glycol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolCocamidopropyl betaine~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaine1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~0.55–1.35%
Palmitic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidGlyceryl stearate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateBeeswax~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxBetula alba juice~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractOriganum vulgare leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
More about Origanum vulgare leaf extractEucalyptus globulus leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractOpuntia coccinellifera fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extractMelaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilPolyquaternium-7~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Potassium cocoate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateSodium chloride~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAllantoin~0.15–0.5%
- 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 AllantoinArachidic acid~0.35–0.75%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerPvm/ma copolymer~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capric acid~0.15–0.55%
Oleic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidSodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Betula alba leaf extract, Glycerin, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Butylene glycol, Cocamidopropyl betaine, 1,2-hexanediol, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Palmitic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Beeswax, Betula alba juice, Centella asiatica extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Polyquaternium-7, Potassium cocoate, Sodium chloride, Allantoin, Arachidic acid, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Pvm/ma copolymer, Capric acid, Oleic acid, Sodium benzoate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| SOOFE’EPhyto Birch Tree Soothing Foaming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYAC Skin Solution Cleansing Foam | COSRXHydrium Triple Hyaluronic Moisturizing Cleanser | esfolioPure Skin Honey Cleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 43% | 42% |
| Price | — | $13.10 | $5.45 | $8.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 16 | 9 of 16 | 10 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Undaria Pinnatifida Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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