Works for
CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polysorbate 20Cleanses gently
“Gentle eye make-up remover that also refreshes tired, gritty eyes.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, polysorbate 20) 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isopentyldiol~6.4–9.7%
Glycerin~3.5–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateButylene glycol~2–3%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 20~1.6–2.4%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.3–2%
- 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 juiceBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholEthylhexylglycerin~0.95–1.4%
Allantoin~0.5–1.15%
- 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 AllantoinEuphrasia officinalis extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- 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 extractCitric acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMelissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Centaurea cyanus flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicals
More about Centaurea cyanus flower extractTocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Lactic acid~0.01–0.1%
- 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 acidIngredient list view
Water, Isopentyldiol, Glycerin, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Benzyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Euphrasia officinalis extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Citric acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Melissa officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract, Centaurea cyanus flower extract, Tocopherol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Lactic acid
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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.
| Temple SpaEASY ON THE EYEYOUR PRODUCT | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | No7Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $13.99 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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