Works for
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“This works to maximise elasticity, even out skin tone and reduce the visible signs of ageing.This cleansing booster clears away impurities that may be clogging the pores while the alpha hydroxy acid enhances the skin’s natural rejuvenation.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, polysorbate 60, sorbitan isostearate) 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.
ExfoliationPolylactic acid, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Micro-Exfoliant”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, polylactic acid, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Trifolium pratense flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Polylactic acid~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation
More about Polylactic acidButylene glycol~3.4–5.2%
- 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 glycolCetyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholSqualane~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerVitis vinifera seed~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limnanthes alba seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilCinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.55–1.25%
Glycine soja seed extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractVitis vinifera seed extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Almond extract (oil) - helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed extractSalix nigra bark extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractSanguisorba officinalis root extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trifolium pratense flower extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds
More about Trifolium pratense flower extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateGlycerin~0.1–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinSorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateDisodium edta~0.05–0.3%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.4%
- 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 triglyceridePolysorbate 60~0.05–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Water, Polylactic acid, Butylene glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Squalane, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Vitis vinifera seed, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Glycine soja seed extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed extract, Salix nigra bark extract, Sanguisorba officinalis root extract, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Sorbitan isostearate, Disodium edta, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polysorbate 60, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| VENeffectMicro-ExfoliantYOUR PRODUCT | UriageHyséac Cleansing Gel | CeraVeCream to Foam Cleanser | IOMAGentle Cleansing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | $60.00 | $10.64−$49.36 | $13.32−$46.68 | $37.48−$22.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 0 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | Salicylic Acid | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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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- 5Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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