The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Foaming Cleanser
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CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Coco-glucoside + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Tea Tree Skin Clearing Foaming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside
Anti-blemishSalix alba bark extractNot delivered
“The fine bubbles gently envelop your skin, thoroughly washing away dirt and excess sebum to prevent pimples.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Menthol + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.2–12.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePolysorbate 20~3.5–5.2%
Coco-glucoside~3.7–5.5%
- 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-glucosidePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilGlycerin~1.4–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidP-anisic acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidPvp~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpSalix alba bark extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Menthol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLeptospermum petersonii oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Leptospermum petersonii oilTocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Polysorbate 20, Coco-glucoside, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Glycerin, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Myristamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Citric acid, P-anisic acid, Pvp, Salix alba bark extract, Sodium hydroxide, Menthol, Limonene, Leptospermum petersonii oil, Tocopherol
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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.
| The Body ShopTea Tree Skin Clearing Foaming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilGentle Foaming Cleanser | Temple SpaGOOD TO GO | RoC SkincareRoC Energising Cleansing Mousse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | $38.38 | $1.59−$36.79 | $34.76−$3.62 | $13.48−$24.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Retinyl Palmitate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Onagrine Visibly Pure Purifying Cleansing GelHerbal Essentials Foaming Face Wash
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 5Sodium anisateecha.europa.eu
- 6Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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