The Other Skincare Co. FLORA - Micellar Water for Gentle Cleansing and Toning
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucosideCan be harsh
“This multitasker is formulated to gently cleanse, tone and hydrate the skin without disturbing the skin microbiome, barrier and pH.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people decyl glucoside.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationSide benefit · GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Citrus aurantium amara flower waterMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Rosa damascena flower water~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterLactobacillus/arundinaria gigantea ferment filtrate~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fermented bamboo. It is mainly used to improve the product texture
More about Lactobacillus/arundinaria gigantea ferment filtrateCitrus aurantium amara flower water~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower waterPropanediol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDecyl glucoside~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideColloidal oatmeal~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to restore skin barrier function, soften the upper layer of the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Colloidal oatmealSodium lactate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium pca~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaGluconolactone~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneGarcinia mangostana fruit extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Garcinia mangostana fruit extractCamellia sinensis extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium benzoate~0.1–0.5%
Sodium phytate~0.1–0.5%
Simmondsia chinensis seed extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractIngredient list view
Water, Rosa damascena flower water, Lactobacillus/arundinaria gigantea ferment filtrate, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Propanediol, Decyl glucoside, Colloidal oatmeal, Sodium lactate, Sodium pca, Gluconolactone, Garcinia mangostana fruit extract, Camellia sinensis extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium phytate, Simmondsia chinensis seed extract, Unknown, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Corallina officinalis extract
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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 Other Skincare Co.FLORA - Micellar Water for Gentle Cleansing and ToningYOUR PRODUCT | ManyoPure Cleansing Water Sensitive | Estelle and ThildEstelle Thild BioCleanse Micellar Cleansing Water | PharmacerisA Puri-Sensilique Calming Moisturising Face Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 38% |
| Price | — | $19.00 | $20.39 | $9.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 9 | 0 of 9 | 1 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Glycerin | Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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