Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Works for
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Back To Iceland Cleansing Water
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, polyglyceryl-3 caprate) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps dissolve other ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps oil and water mix together
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps dissolve other ingredients
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps oil and water mix together
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Potential irritants
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Ingredient list view
Cetraria islandica extract, Glycerin, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Dipropylene glycol, Rubus chamaemorus seed extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Maltodextrin, Papain, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Cymbopogon schoenanthus extract, Citrus limon fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Panthenol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Polyglyceryl-3 caprate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Allantoin, Butylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Water, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum
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