Works for
CleansingPotassium cocoate, Potassium oleate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Clean Me Up Gentle Hand Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, lauryl betaine, potassium cocoate, potassium oleate, sucrose cocoate) 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: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Potassium cocoate~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoatePotassium oleate~3.3–4.9%
Glycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinLauryl betaine~2.2–3.3%
Betaine~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineMaris sal~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholFucus serratus extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.5–1.2%
Citrus aurantifolia peel oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilEugenia caryophyllus bud oil~0.35–0.85%
Cedrus atlantica wood oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.2–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolSucrose cocoate~0.15–0.6%
Decyl glucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePotassium citrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citral~0.1–0.3%
Eugenol~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Potassium cocoate, Potassium oleate, Glycerin, Lauryl betaine, Betaine, Maris sal, Benzyl alcohol, Fucus serratus extract, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia peel oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Eugenia caryophyllus bud oil, Cedrus atlantica wood oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Tocopherol, Sucrose cocoate, Decyl glucoside, Potassium citrate, Citral, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| VOYAClean Me Up Gentle Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | AoteaHand & Body Care Pack | KoseCoenRich Q10 Moist Veil Hand Milk | BarrLiquid Hand Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $46.00 | — | $14.31−$31.69 | $38.00−$8.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 1 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Black Currant Seed Oil | Mineral Oil | Tea Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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- 4Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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