The Organic Pharmacy Rose Facial Cleansing Gel
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CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium olivamphoacetate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“cleansing gel effectively eliminates impurities”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium olivamphoacetate, xanthan gum) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alcohol, Citrus grandis seed extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderWater~11–16%
Glycerin~4.6–6.8%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAlcohol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSodium olivamphoacetate~1.9–2.8%
Algin~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginAscorbic acid~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAscorbyl glucoside~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and 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 Ascorbyl glucosideCarrageenan~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanCalendula officinalis extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractCitrus grandis seed extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPanthenol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPelargonium roseum leaf oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideRosa canina fruit oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitral~0.1–0.35%
Citronellol~0.1–0.3%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneEugenol~0.05–0.25%
Geraniol~0.05–0.2%
Linalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Alcohol, Sodium olivamphoacetate, Algin, Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucoside, Carrageenan, Calendula officinalis extract, Citrus grandis seed extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Panthenol, Parfum, Pelargonium roseum leaf oil, Sodium chloride, Rosa canina fruit oil, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Eugenol, Geraniol, Linalool
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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 Organic PharmacyRose Facial Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | The INKEY List CAGlycerin Gentle Purifying Cleanser | PharmacerisN - Puri-Capilium Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | $55.00 | $15.94−$39.06 | $19.00−$36.00 | $13.27−$41.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Centella Asiatica Extract | Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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