Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glycinate, Coco-betaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Lacto Cica Mild Clear Cleanser”
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, quillaja saponaria bark extract, sodium cocoyl glycinate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium lauroyl glutamate) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoyl glycinate~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateCoco-betaine~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineButylene 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 glycolBetaine~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSodium lauroyl glutamate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateQuillaja saponaria bark extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Quillaja saponaria bark extractLactobacillus ferment lysate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Lactobacillus ferment lysateBifida ferment filtrate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bifida ferment lysate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateLactococcus ferment lysate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateSaccharomyces ferment filtrate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtrateTaraxacum officinale leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- 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. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractMadecassoside~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideAsiaticoside~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAspartic acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidSodium chloride~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCoco-glucoside~0.15–0.55%
- 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-glucosideCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolyquaternium-67~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-67Sodium cocoyl isethionate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium phytate~0.05–0.2%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Coco-betaine, Butylene glycol, Betaine, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Quillaja saponaria bark extract, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Bifida ferment filtrate, Bifida ferment lysate, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Taraxacum officinale leaf extract, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Aspartic acid, Sodium chloride, Coco-glucoside, Citric acid, Caprylyl glycol, Polyquaternium-67, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium phytate, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| UNPALacto Cica Mild Clear CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 36% |
| Price | — | $4.09 | $9.99 | $22.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 15 | 1 of 15 | 4 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Madecassic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Low | 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Bifidobacterium longumlysate, a new ingredient forreactive skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
- 4Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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