The Body Shop Drops Of Light Pure Clarifying Foam Wash
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Stearic acid + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Drops Of Light Pure Clarifying Foam Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glycol distearate, lauric acid, myristic acid, stearic acid) 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: ParfumMedium 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~40–60%
Myristic acid~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidGlycine~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycinePotassium hydroxide~1.4–2.2%
Glycol distearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateButylene glycol~1–1.45%
- 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 glycolAcrylates copolymer~0.8–1.2%
- 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 copolymer3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidTheobroma cacao extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Sodium acetate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolyquaternium-39~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Sodium chloride~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideEdta~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Unknown, Glycine, Potassium hydroxide, Unknown, Glycol distearate, Butylene glycol, Acrylates copolymer, Unknown, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Theobroma cacao extract, Sodium acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Polyquaternium-39, Sodium chloride, Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Parfum
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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.
| The Body ShopDrops Of Light Pure Clarifying Foam WashYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Multi-Peptide Advanced Body Wash | KracieNaive Body Wash Peach Leaf | Nivea JapanCream Care Body Wash Paris Rich Parfum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | $48.48 | $13.23−$35.25 | $6.94−$41.54 | $20.40−$28.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Acetyl Glucosamine | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
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- 4Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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