Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
“This cleanser removes makeup and impurities while leaving it hydrated, nourished, and protected.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (stearic acid, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower water, 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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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCocos nucifera oil~5.9–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilGlycerin~5–7.5%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidVitis vinifera seed oil~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCaprae lac~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower water~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower water~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharum officinarum extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.45–1%
- 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 extractAlcohol~0.3–0.7%
- 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 AlcoholGlucomannan~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cocos nucifera oil, Glycerin, Unknown, Stearic acid, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Caprae lac, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Anthemis nobilis flower water, Saccharum officinarum extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Alcohol, Glucomannan, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate
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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.
| Symply by HelenaSimple CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | bareMineralsPureness Gel Cleanser | Paula's choiceSkin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser Full size | Peter Thomas RothWater Drench Cloud Cream Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | — | $17.86 | $27.78 | $28.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glyceryl Stearate Se | Sunflower Seed Oil | Sodium Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2
- 3Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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