Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“A slightly-acidic facial cleanser that helps maintain a proper balance of the skin while strengthening its natural moisture barrier.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, polysorbate 20, polysorbate 60, sodium guaiazulene sulfonate, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate) 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Chamomilla recutita flower oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Butylene glycol~23–34%
- 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 glycolPanthenol~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAllantoin~4.2–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCitric acid~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium chloride~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideWater~1.9–2.9%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.15%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCocamidopropyl betaine~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAcrylates copolymer~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerCocamidopropyl betaine~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolWater~0.45–1.05%
Polysorbate 60~0.45–1%
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilPolysorbate 20~0.4–1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium guaiazulene sulfonate~0.4–0.9%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateEthyl hexanediol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritating
More about Ethyl hexanediolSnail secretion filtrate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate~0.15–0.6%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.5%
Snail secretion filtrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateTromethamine~0.1–0.4%
Dipropylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolIngredient list view
Butylene glycol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Citric acid, Sodium chloride, Water, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, 1,2-hexanediol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Acrylates copolymer, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Caprylyl glycol, Water, Polysorbate 60, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate, Sodium polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Ethyl hexanediol, Snail secretion filtrate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate, 1,2-hexanediol, Disodium edta, Snail secretion filtrate, Tromethamine, Dipropylene glycol
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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.
| TIA'MSnail & Azulene Low pH CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | Sofie Pavitt FaceClean Clean Gentle Gel Foaming Cleanser | K-SECRETHyaluronic Acid Secret Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | $19.95 | $25.46+$5.51 | $34.00+$14.05 | $16.00−$3.95 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Glycerin | Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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