True Botanicals Clear Nourishing Cleanser
Works for
CleansingGlyceryl oleate citrate, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
“Clear Nourishing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl oleate citrate, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Geraniol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractGlycerin~4.7–7%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~4.8–7.2%
- 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 juiceGlyceryl oleate citrate~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl oleate citrateXanthan gum~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenethyl alcohol~2.1–3.2%
Water~1.7–2.5%
Camellia oleifera seed oil~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideLavandula angustifolia oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilHelichrysum italicum flower oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix nigra bark extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractPopulus tremuloides bark extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Sclerotium gum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCitric acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractTocopherol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolGeraniol~0.15–0.6%
Limonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.45%
Beta-caryophyllene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geranyl acetate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula hybrida oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilLinalyl acetate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glyceryl oleate citrate, Xanthan gum, Phenethyl alcohol, Water, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Helichrysum italicum flower oil, Salix nigra bark extract, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sclerotium gum, Citric acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Tocopherol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Beta-caryophyllene, Geranyl acetate, Lavandula hybrida oil, Linalyl acetate, Pinene
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| True BotanicalsClear Nourishing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | Doctor Rogers RestoreRestore Face Wash | SEPHORA COLLECTIONCleansing Wipes - Aloe Vera - Moisturizing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $48.00 | — | $42.00−$6.00 | $19.99−$28.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Coco-Glucoside | Glyceryl Stearate |
| 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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