Fifth & Root Karmic Cleanse Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser Review

Fifth & Root Karmic Cleanse Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
Ingredients

Fifth & Root Karmic Cleanse Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Sorbitol, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf, Montmorillonite, Bromelain, Lactobacillus, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder, Cannabis Sativa Stem Powder, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Cannabis Sativa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Maltodextrin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice Powder, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Coffea Robusta Seed Powder, Withania Somnifera Extract, Mica, CI 77015, Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Flavor (Aroma), Nephrite Powder
Review

Does Fifth & Root Karmic Cleanse Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser Work?

 
Fifth & Root Karmic Cleanse Gentle Exfoliating 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 Ingredient Breakdown section below.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Sorbitol
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf
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Montmorillonite
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Bromelain
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Lactobacillus
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Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder
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Cannabis Sativa Stem Powder
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Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
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Cannabis Sativa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Maltodextrin
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice Powder
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Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Coffea Robusta Seed Powder
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Withania Somnifera Extract
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Mica
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CI 77015
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Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Flavor (Aroma)
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Nephrite Powder
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Ingredients explained

Sorbitol
Est. %45
Function
Origin
SorbitolA sweet-tasting alcohol derived from glucose. Aside from its sweet taste (for which it is used as a very common sweetener), Sorbitol is also very good at retaining water and is used in skincare as a humectant.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateA coconut-derived surfactant that features gentle cleansing capabilities. This mild cleansing agent is commonly used in skin cleansing products and is especially useful in solid bar cleansers, like syndet bars.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl Starch PhosphateA naturally-derived thickening agent that dissolves in water.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
Montmorillonite
Est. %3
Function
Origin
MontmorilloniteA natural smectite clay with many functions including the ability to thicken and create opaque products.
Bromelain
Est. %2
Function
Origin
BromelainA mixture of enzymes extracted from the pineapple plant. It acts as a skin-softening agent and mild exfoliant by breaking down proteins.
Lactobacillus
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
LactobacillusA genus of probiotic bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria are part of the human microflora and their ferment products contain antioxidants.
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder
Cannabis Sativa Stem Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cannabis Sativa Stem Powder
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauryl SulfoacetateA synthetic surfactant that offers excellent foaming capabilities along with mild cleansing.
Cannabis Sativa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cannabis Sativa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice Powder
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractAn extract with antioxidant flavonoids that is obtained from the flowers of the water lily.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Coffea Robusta Seed Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coffea Robusta Seed Powder
Withania Somnifera Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Withania Somnifera Extract
Mica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
CI 77015
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CI 77015
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Flavor (Aroma)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Flavor (Aroma)Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the flavor and use the unspecific word 'flavor' instead. Flavor is added to products that have the potential to be consumed, such as lipsticks.
Nephrite Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nephrite Powder