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Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash
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Contains Trigger Concerns
This formula contains trigger concerns for fungal acne-prone users.
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Fungal Acne Analysis
Trigger Concerns Identified
4 potential fungal acne triggers are identified in this formula.
Individual sensitivity to these ingredients can vary.
Potential Trigger Ingredients
- PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- Polysorbate 20
Combatting Ingredients
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
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Ingredients Inside
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- WaterSolvent
GlycerinSolvent, Perfuming, Fragrance, Humectant, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Denaturant
Ingredient Notes
In a lab study, Malassezia was unable to grow on glycerin without the presence of fatty acids in the agar, indicating that it is not a fungal acne trigger.
EWG2CIRSReferences
- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Glycerol
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18510666
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11301638
- https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/6/3/45
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29737895
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4128616
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC118058/
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022202X15498574
- http://en.cnki.com.cn/Article_en/CJFDTOTAL-ZHYY201307007.htm
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25134312/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5137500/
- Sodium Laureth SulfateSurfactant, Emulsifying, Cleansing, Foaming
- Cocamidopropyl BetaineSkin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Antistatic Agent, Hair Conditioning, Sufactant, Foam Boosting
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose DioleateFungal Acne TriggerEmulsifying, Sufactant
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1-3CIRSPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilFungal Acne TriggerPerfuming, Surfactant, Fragrance, Emulsifying,
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1-3CIRSQPEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateFungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Surfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1-4CIRSQPolysorbate 20Fungal Acne TriggerSurfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG3CIRSQ- Alcohol Denat.Solvent, Masking, Viscosity Controlling, Antifoaming Agent, Antimicrobial, Astringent
- PhenoxyethanolFragrance, Preservative
- Sodium ChlorideMasking, Viscosity Controlling, Bulking Agent
- PanthenolSkin Conditioning, Anti-static Agent, Hair Conditioning
- Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilAntioxidant, Fragrance Ingredient, Perfuming
- Sodium BenzoateMasking, Fragrance, Preservative, Anti-corrosive
- Citric AcidMasking, Fragrance, Chelating Agent, Ph Adjuster, Buffering Agent
- AllantoinSkin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing, Anti-inflammatory, Keratolytic Agent
- MentholMasking, Fragrance, Flavoring Agent, Soothing, Refreshing, Denaturant, External Analgesic
- Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneUv Absorber, Uv Filter, Sunscreen
- Leptospermum Petersonii (Lemon Tea Tree) OilSkin Conditioning
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)CautionAntioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive,
Ingredient Notes
Depending on the source, Tocopherols may be UNSAFE. The Synthetic versions without trace amounts of soybean oil are okay. Patch testing recommended.
EWG1CIRS- Sodium HydroxidePh Adjuster, Buffering Agent, Denaturant
- CI 19140Colorant, Cosmetic Colorant
- CaramelMasking, Fragrance, Colorant, Cosmetic Colorant
- CI 42090Colorant, Cosmetic Colorant
Packaging and formulations can change. Always verify the live box, bottle, or retailer ingredient list before use.
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