Works for
CleansingPalmitic acid, Lauric acid + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Face Cleansing Foam”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauramidopropylamine oxide, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredients — 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinPalmitic acid~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLauric acid~3–3.7%
- 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~2.2–2.7%
Myristic acid~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidStearic acid~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMaltitol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MaltitolDihydroxypropyl arginine hcl~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauramidopropylamine oxide~1–1.2%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateSodium hyaluronate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateStearyl glycyrrhetinate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
More about Stearyl glycyrrhetinateGlucosyl hesperidin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinTocopherol~0.4–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolPyridoxine hcl~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclSodium pca~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium lactate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactatePca~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaBiotin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinGlycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinAlanine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineSerine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineValine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isoleucine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineArginine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAspartic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidThreonine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineProline~0.25–0.45%
Histidine~0.2–0.4%
Phenylalanine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Riboflavin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium pantothenate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolPeg-9m~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-90m~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Cocos nucifera fruit juice~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.05–0.1%
- 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 grandis peel oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Myristic acid, Stearic acid, Maltitol, Dihydroxypropyl arginine hcl, Lauramidopropylamine oxide, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium hyaluronate, Unknown, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Glucosyl hesperidin, Tocopherol, Pyridoxine hcl, Sodium pca, Sodium lactate, Pca, Biotin, Glycerin, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Arginine, Aspartic acid, Threonine, Proline, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Riboflavin, Sodium pantothenate, Butylene glycol, Peg-9m, Peg-90m, Sodium benzoate, Unknown, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil
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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.
| TakamiFace Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeCream to Foam Cleanser | Drunk ElephantMello Marula Cream Cleanser with 1.0% Colloidal Oatmeal | EviDenS de BeautéThe Cleansing Foaming Gel | |
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| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | $45.10 | $13.32−$31.78 | $18.00−$27.10 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 19 | 14 of 19 | 10 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Colloidal Oatmeal | Ubiquinone |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Topical L-ascorbic acid: percutaneous absorption studiesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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