Tea Tree Superdrug Tea Tree Exfoliating Cream Wash
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Glyceryl stearate se + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Superdrug Tea Tree Exfoliating Cream Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, coco-glucoside, glyceryl stearate se) 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: coco-glucoside
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Superdrug Tea Tree Exfoliating Cream Wash”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Juglans regia shell powder, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Coco-glucoside~9.4–11.5%
- 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-glucosideParaffinum liquidum~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumGlyceryl stearate se~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seGlycerin~2.4–3%
- 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 GlycerinOryza sativa germ powder~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.2%
- 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 triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholJuglans regia shell powder~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Myristyl myristate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMentha piperita oil~0.5–0.75%
Betaine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDisodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Triethylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.25–0.5%
- 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 juice powderPropylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolMagnesium chloride~0.2–0.4%
Magnesium nitrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Paraffinum liquidum, Glyceryl stearate se, Glycerin, Oryza sativa germ powder, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Juglans regia shell powder, Myristyl myristate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Betaine, Disodium edta, Triethylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Propylene glycol, Magnesium chloride, Magnesium nitrate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Sodium hydroxide, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| Tea TreeSuperdrug Tea Tree Exfoliating Cream WashYOUR PRODUCT | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | DermalexPsoriasis Cream | EmbryolisseLait Crème Fluid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 54% | 51% |
| Price | — | $34.39 | — | $14.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Petrolatum | Glycine Soja Oil |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 3A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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