TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cleansing Gel
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CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polysorbate 20 + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Hailing from Seoul - the global hub of innovative, next-level skincare - fun beauty brand TONYMOLY 's Ferment Snail Cleansing Gel from the label's Timeless range features a powerful combination of skin-enhancing ingredients to lift makeup and free clogged pores of daily impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
Anti-blemishBeta-glucan, Centella asiatica extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Hailing from Seoul - the global hub of innovative, next-level skincare - fun beauty brand TONYMOLY 's Ferment Snail Cleansing Gel from the label's Timeless range features a powerful combination of skin-enhancing ingredients to lift makeup and free clogged pores of daily impurities.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Citrus limon peel oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.3–6.4%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateButylene glycol~2–3%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 20~1.6–2.5%
Snail secretion filtrate~1.4–2%
- 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 filtrateAlcohol denat.~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Triethanolamine~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Coptis japonica root extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractCitrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.7%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilDisodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pinus sylvestris leaf oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil from pine tree. Can be irritating
More about Pinus sylvestris leaf oilChamaecyparis obtusa water~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Imperata cylindrica root extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilOpuntia ficus-indica extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa canina fruit oil~0.1–0.4%
- 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 oilPropanediol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPeg-8~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Alcohol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 AlcoholCarbomer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCentella asiatica extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.05–0.25%
- 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 juiceBeta-glucan~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Snail secretion filtrate, Alcohol denat., Triethanolamine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Coptis japonica root extract, Citrus limon peel oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Disodium edta, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Pinus sylvestris leaf oil, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Opuntia ficus-indica extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Propanediol, Peg-8, Alcohol, Carbomer, Centella asiatica extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Beta-glucan, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| TONYMOLYTimeless Ferment Snail Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | ACWELLpH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel | ShiseidoSenka All Clear Cleansing Gel | REVOLUTION SKINCAREHydro Bank Hydrating Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $13.00 | $17.00 | $3.33 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Hyaluronic Acid | Dimethicone | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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