Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Men Cleansing Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-betaine, coco-glucoside.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale6 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~10–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCoco-glucoside~6.2–7.6%
- 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-glucosideAcrylates copolymer~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCoco-betaine~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betainePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium chloride~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSorbitol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlycerin~0.65–0.95%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
Butylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 glycolEnteromorpha compressa extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Algae extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Ci 42090~0.3–0.6%
Ci 17200~0.3–0.55%
Linalool~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium laureth sulfate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCoco-glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- 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-glucosideAcrylates copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerCoco-betaine~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betainePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateEnteromorpha compressa extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Sorbitol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolAlgae extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractTriethanolamine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButylene 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 glycolGlycerin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 GlycerinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Ethylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Butylparaben~0.1–0.15%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.1%
Isobutylparaben~0.1–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.1–0.2%
Ci 17200~0.1–0.2%
Water~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Coco-glucoside, Acrylates copolymer, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Coco-betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Sodium chloride, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Butylene glycol, Enteromorpha compressa extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Algae extract, Potassium sorbate, Ci 42090, Ci 17200, Linalool, Limonene, Sodium laureth sulfate, Coco-glucoside, Acrylates copolymer, Coco-betaine, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Enteromorpha compressa extract, Sorbitol, Algae extract, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ci 42090, Ci 17200, Water, Linalool
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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.
| ThalgoMen Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | ClearasilUltra Rapid Action Daily Gel Wash | La Roche-PosayLipikar Nourishing Shower Gel | Laboratoire ACMSensitélial Ultra Rich Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 41% | 41% |
| Price | — | — | $17.99 | $9.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Peg-18 Glyceryl Oleate/Cocoate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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