Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Sodium lauroyl lactylate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Softening Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl olivate, decyl glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, shea butter glycerides, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sorbitan olivate, sorbitan palmitate) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Calendula officinalis flower/leaf/stem juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Decyl glucoside~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium lauroyl lactylate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateShea butter glycerides~3.4–5.1%
Maltooligosyl glucoside~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Maltooligosyl glucosideHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateDiglycerin~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinWater~1.3–1.9%
Lactic acid~1.1–1.6%
- 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 acidGlycerin~0.95–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinOenothera biennis oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilSaccharide isomerate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomeratePassiflora edulis seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilPyrus malus seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can contain essential oil that can be irritating. Can help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Pyrus malus seed oilRicinus communis seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSqualane~0.4–1%
- 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 SqualaneVitis vinifera seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilMagnolia officinalis bark extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractBorago officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractLavandula angustifolia extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractMedicago sativa extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractAvena sativa kernel oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCetyl palmitate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateSorbitan palmitate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateCetearyl olivate~0.15–0.65%
Sorbitan olivate~0.15–0.65%
Sodium anisate~0.15–0.5%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium levulinate~0.1–0.4%
Sclerotium gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumIngredient list view
Calendula officinalis flower/leaf/stem juice, Decyl glucoside, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Shea butter glycerides, Maltooligosyl glucoside, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Diglycerin, Water, Lactic acid, Glycerin, Oenothera biennis oil, Saccharide isomerate, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Pyrus malus seed oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Squalane, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Borago officinalis leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Medicago sativa extract, Avena sativa kernel oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetyl palmitate, Sorbitan palmitate, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Sodium anisate, Glyceryl caprylate, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Sodium levulinate, Sclerotium gum
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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.
| Tata HarperSoftening CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Ode to SelfSavant Cream Cleanser | EucerinUrea Plus Shower Foam | OlivalAmino Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | $28.00 | — | $10.69−$17.31 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 19 | 3 of 19 | 3 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Pca | Urea | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety assessment of hydrogenated starch hydrolysatesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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