Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser

Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser

Review

Results you may expect from using Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser:

Clarins Water Comfort One-Step Cleanser is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Methyl Gluceth-20
3
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
2
Sodium Chloride
1.5
Propylene Glycol
1.3
Panthenol
1
Methylparaben
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Honey Extract
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Plantago Ovata Seed Extract
0.3
Tetrasodium EDTA
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
0.3
Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract
0.3
Disodium Phosphate
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Propylparaben
0.3
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
0.3
Red 33 (CI 17200)
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Methyl Gluceth-20
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Methyl Gluceth-20A humectant synthetically derived from glucose. It takes on the form of a clear, syrupy liquid.
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
Est. %3
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PPG-5-Ceteth-20A synthetic emulsifier that can also contribute to the smooth feel of a product.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %2
Function
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Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Propylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Panthenol
Est. %1.3
Function
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PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Methylparaben
Est. %1
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MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
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Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
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EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Honey Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Honey ExtractAn extract obtained from honey that is comprised of proteins, minerals, and various bioactive compounds with antimicrobial, emollient, moisturizing humectant, and soothing properties.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
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FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Plantago Ovata Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Plantago Ovata Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Tetrasodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tetrasodium EDTAOne of the most common synthetic chelators. It can reduce the 'hardness' of water and so is often used in rinse-off products.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Moringa Oleifera Seed ExtractAn extract derived from the seeds of a bush native to Northern India. It contains antioxidant, antimicrobial, and astringent organic acids, flavonoids, and alkaloids.
Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit ExtractPeach fruit extract is an extract made from the fleshy part of peach fruits. It is used in skincare to add a sweet and fruity peach flavor to the product. This extract contains a plethora of valuable antioxidant compounds. The most abundant are organic acids (mainly malic acid), vitamin C, carotenoids, and flavonoids.
Disodium Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Disodium PhosphateAn inorganic ingredient primarily used in skincare products as a pH adjuster.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Propylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
Est. %0.3
Function
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Yellow 6 (CI 15985)A petroleum-derived reddish-yellow dye, also known as Sunset Yellow. It is the third most used pigment in food, cosmetics, and drugs.
Red 33 (CI 17200)
Est. %0.3
Function
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Red 33 (CI 17200)Also known as D&C Red 33 or Acid Red 33, this ingredient is a synthetic azo used to color skincare products. It produces a cool red hue, with undertones of blue that lead to a hint of purple.