Typology Purifying Face Gel Cleanser — 2% Zinc PCA + Bamboo Extract
Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Coco-betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Deeply cleanses, unclogs pores and rebalances the skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, coco-glucoside, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-betaine, coco-glucoside
Anti-blemishZinc pca, InulinNot delivered
“Concentrated with purifying active ingredients, this face gel cleanser helps clarify the skin, regulate sebum production, and reduce the appearance of blemishes.”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, LimoneneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Coco-glucoside~8.5–12.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosidePentylene glycol~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCoco-betaine~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineGlycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinZinc pca~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaXanthan gum~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhyllostachys bambusoides extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Inulin~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilSodium chloride~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitric acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.45%
Glucose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSucrose~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseFructose~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Coco-glucoside, Pentylene glycol, Coco-betaine, Glycerin, Zinc pca, Xanthan gum, Phyllostachys bambusoides extract, Inulin, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Sodium chloride, Benzyl alcohol, Citric acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Glucose, Sucrose, Fructose, Limonene
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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.
| TypologyPurifying Face Gel Cleanser — 2% Zinc PCA + Bamboo ExtractYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CAGlycerin Gentle Purifying Cleanser | EucerinDermatoCLEAN Refreshing Cleansing Gel | Fitglow BeautyGentle Ceramide Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 38% |
| Price | $34.50 | $19.00−$15.50 | $13.58−$20.92 | $11.21−$23.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Extract | Glyceryl Glucoside | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: L'Oréal Paris Daily Foaming Gel Cleansercelimax Dual Barrier Mild Gel Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 5Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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