Works for
CleansingLauryl hydroxysultaine, Myristic acid + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Drift Away Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, lauric acid, lauryl hydroxysultaine, myristic acid, palmitic acid) 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: cocamidopropyl betaine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Lavandula angustifolia oilMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lauryl hydroxysultaine~7.5–9.2%
Propylene glycol~4–4.9%
- 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 glycolMyristic acid~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidPotassium hydroxide~1.9–2.3%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium chloride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideLavandula angustifolia oil~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPolyquaternium-7~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-90m~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Palmitic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Silica~0.4–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolSea water~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterCocos nucifera water~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Cocos nucifera waterSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateLactobacillus/kelp ferment filtrate~0.15–0.25%
Psidium guajava fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Psidium guajava fruit extract1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractIngredient list view
Water, Lauryl hydroxysultaine, Propylene glycol, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Potassium hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Polyquaternium-7, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-90m, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Palmitic acid, Sodium benzoate, Silica, Butylene glycol, Sea water, Cocos nucifera water, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus/kelp ferment filtrate, Psidium guajava fruit extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract
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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.
| Wander BeautyDrift Away CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilBrightness Creamy Cleanser Niacinamide | Cosme StationHorse Oil W Cleansing Foam | CHIFURECleansing Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | — | $21.40 | $11.80 | $13.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sodium Hyaluronate | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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