THE SKILLS ® ANTI-AGING FOAMING FACE WASH
Works for
CleansingCaprylyl/capryl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“ANTI-AGING FOAMING FACE WASH”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroamphoacetate) 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Retinyl palmitate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideCocamidopropyl betaine~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium lauroamphoacetate~2.3–3.5%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSodium chloride~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLactic acid~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPanthenol~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPolysorbate 20~0.55–1.25%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTocopherol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.8%
Agonis fragrans branch/leaf oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Retinyl palmitate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitatePersea gratissima oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSantalum spicata wood oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Heptapeptide-8~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.3%
- 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 glycolMelaleuca leucadendron cajuputi leaf oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycine soja oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Lactic acid, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Agonis fragrans branch/leaf oil, Retinyl palmitate, Persea gratissima oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Santalum spicata wood oil, Heptapeptide-8, Butylene glycol, Melaleuca leucadendron cajuputi leaf oil, Glycine soja oil
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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 SKILLS ®ANTI-AGING FOAMING FACE WASHYOUR PRODUCT | GallinéePrebiotic Face Foaming Cleanser | SanexZero % Sensitive Skin Shower Gel | EucerinUrea Plus Shower Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | $20.19 | $1.53 | $10.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 2 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | Poloxamer 124 | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| 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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- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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