Works for
CleansingOlive oil glycereth-8 esters, Cetylpyridinium chloride + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Charcoal Facial Wipes”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolOlive oil glycereth-8 esters~2.3–3.5%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~2–2.9%
- 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 juiceCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.6–2.4%
- 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 extractSalvia officinalis leaf extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractLavandula angustifolia flower extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCymbopogon schoenanthus extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hamamelis virginiana water~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPhyllostachys bambusoides juice~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propolis extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.55%
- 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 triglycerideHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinUbiquinone~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneCharcoal powder~0.15–0.6%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAllantoin~0.05–0.25%
- 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 AllantoinSorbic acid~0.05–0.25%
Polysorbate 20~0.1–0.35%
Cetylpyridinium chloride~0.1–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Olive oil glycereth-8 esters, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Cymbopogon schoenanthus extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Phyllostachys bambusoides juice, Propolis extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ubiquinone, Charcoal powder, Tocopheryl acetate, Allantoin, Sorbic acid, Polysorbate 20, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Caprylyl glycol, Cocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta, Parfum
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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.
| ULTACharcoal Facial WipesYOUR PRODUCT | Image skincareI Beauty Refreshing Facial Wipes | e.l.f. CosmeticsMakeup Remover Cleansing Cloths Single Pack | Babo Botanicals3-in-1 Sensitive Baby Face, Hands & Body Wipes - Oatmilk & Calendula | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | $18.00 | $5.31 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceteareth-20 | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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