Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Potassium cocoyl glycinate + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Azulene Soothing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
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?
Irritancy16 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 14 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.3–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePropanediol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPotassium cocoyl glycinate~2.3–2.8%
Acrylates copolymer~1.8–2.2%
- 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 copolymerPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.6–1.9%
Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateSodium chloride~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloride1,2-hexanediol~0.65–0.95%
Lactic acid~0.6–0.9%
- 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 acidPotassium cocoate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.65%
- 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 oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilButylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 glycolRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCentella asiatica extract~0.35–0.65%
- 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 extractPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilGardenia florida fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilMaltodextrin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinBifida ferment lysate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateHyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidGuaiazulene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazuleneSqualane~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAllantoin~0.2–0.35%
- 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 AllantoinTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolPanthenol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydrolyzed collagen~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenHamamelis virginiana leaf water~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- 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 extractJuniperus communis fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Berry extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Juniperus communis fruit extractMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractSaponaria officinalis root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractViscum album leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Viscum album leaf extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilHydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCeramide 3~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Calendula officinalis extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractPropolis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acetateRutin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinHydroxycinnamic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artemisia vulgaris extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
More about Artemisia vulgaris extractMentha rotundifolia leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha rotundifolia leaf extractCeramide 2~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 2Ceramide 4~0.15–0.3%
Ceramide 1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 1Ceramide 6 ii~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 6 iiMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractOligopeptide-1~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-1Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Propanediol, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Acrylates copolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Sodium chloride, 1,2-hexanediol, Lactic acid, Potassium cocoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Butylene glycol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Centella asiatica extract, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Maltodextrin, Bifida ferment lysate, Hyaluronic acid, Guaiazulene, Squalane, Citric acid, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hamamelis virginiana leaf water, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Juniperus communis fruit extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Saponaria officinalis root extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Viscum album leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide 3, Calendula officinalis extract, Propolis extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Tocopheryl acetate, Rutin, Hydroxycinnamic acid, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Mentha rotundifolia leaf extract, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 6 ii, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Oligopeptide-1, Disodium edta, Limonene, Linalool
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| SUR.MEDIC+Azulene Soothing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skinfixbarrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Hydrating Gentle Gel Cleanser | Dr.SelectHuma-Stemells Seven After Cleansing | SanexZero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $15.95 | $29.06+$13.11 | $88.30+$72.35 | $1.53−$14.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 26 | 4 of 26 | 3 of 26 |
| Key difference | — | Oligopeptide-3 | Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate | Poloxamer 124 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 44 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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