Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Decyl glucoside + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Hydrating Watermelon Daily Cleanser”
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, decyl glucoside.
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzophenone-4 + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateDecyl glucoside~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCocamidopropyl 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~2.4–3%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~1.9–2.4%
- 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 glycolPeg-55 propylene glycol oleate~1.7–2%
Sodium chloride~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPanthenol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolBisabolol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 BisabololTocopheryl acetate~0.5–0.75%
- 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 acetatePolyquaternium-39~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Disodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Benzophenone-4~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Ci 17200~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Decyl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Peg-55 propylene glycol oleate, Sodium chloride, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Panthenol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyquaternium-39, Disodium edta, Benzophenone-4, Citric acid, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Benzyl alcohol, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Ci 17200
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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.
| St. IvesHydrating Watermelon Daily CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | SimpleMoist Foam Face Wash | ISDINAcniben Teen Klärender Reinigungsschaum | PayotPerfecting Foaming Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $4.41 | — | $32.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Pantolactone | Niacinamide | Coconut Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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