Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening Cleansing Foam EX Mini
Works for
CleansingPotassium cocoyl glycinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Snowise Brightening Cleansing Foam EX Mini”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) 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, coco-glucoside, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“This foam cleanser gently eliminates excess sebum, dead skin cells and dirt.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Potassium cocoyl glycinate~5.3–6.5%
Glycerin~3.7–4.6%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates copolymer~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPropanediol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCoco-glucoside~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~1.3–1.6%
- 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 extractKaolin~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinOldenlandia diffusa extract~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals, but effectiveness of topical application is not confirmed. Can be an allergen
More about Hydrolyzed ginseng saponinsMorus alba root extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium candidum bulb extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Honey~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyNelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractPaeonia lactiflora extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rehmannia chinensis root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Methoxy peg-114/polyepsilon caprolactone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolSodium lauroyl sarcosinate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-7~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.15%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Glycerin, Acrylates copolymer, Propanediol, Coco-glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Unknown, Kaolin, Oldenlandia diffusa extract, Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins, Morus alba root extract, Lilium candidum bulb extract, Honey, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Paeonia lactiflora extract, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Methoxy peg-114/polyepsilon caprolactone, Butylene glycol, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Polyquaternium-7, Potassium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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.
| SulwhasooSnowise Brightening Cleansing Foam EX MiniYOUR PRODUCT | REFYFace Cleanse Hydrating Cleanser + Makeup Remover | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | The INKEY List CASalicylic Acid Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $8.08 | $30.93+$22.85 | $14.43+$6.35 | $12.07+$3.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Ceramide Eop | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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