The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Cleanser
Works for
CleansingPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hexylene glycol + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hexylene glycol, isoceteth-20, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sucrose dilaurate, sucrose laurate, sucrose stearate, sucrose trilaurate) 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?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium hyaluronate~6.7–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPanthenol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAhnfeltia concinna extract~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Also used to create a thicker product texture
More about Ahnfeltia concinna extractGlycerin~1.9–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropanediol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ppg-26-buteth-26~0.75–1.15%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthoxydiglycol~0.25–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHexylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Squalane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneWater~0.2–0.4%
Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateGlycerin~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 GlycerinSucrose stearate~0.25–0.45%
Ethyl macadamiate~0.2–0.35%
Malic acid~0.15–0.3%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolHydroxymethoxyphenyl decanone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An anti-oxidant. Is also called 6-paradol. It might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. The manufacturer claims that it is able to stimulate synthesis of hyaluronic acid in skin, but there is no evidence of effectiveness of this ingredient so far. The only evidence of efficacy for this ingredient so far come from small lab tests. This ingredient comes together with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride as part of the complex called SymDecanox HA produced by a cosmetic ingredient supplier Symrise.
More about Hydroxymethoxyphenyl decanoneSucrose laurate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateSucrose dilaurate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose dilaurateSucrose trilaurate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose trilaurateHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysatePolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isoceteth-20~0.1–0.2%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateEthylhexylglycerin~0.05%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Panthenol, Ahnfeltia concinna extract, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Citric acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Squalane, Water, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Sucrose stearate, Ethyl macadamiate, Malic acid, Tocopherol, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl decanone, Sucrose laurate, Sucrose dilaurate, Sucrose trilaurate, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Isoceteth-20, Sodium polyacrylate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin
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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 OrdinaryHyaluronic Acid and Squalane CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 32% |
| Price | $21.70 | $9.99−$11.71 | — | $6.18−$15.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 14 | 2 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Glossier Milky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup RemoverMarcelle Micellar Water - Dry Skin
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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