Huxley Secret of Sahara Be Clean Be Moist Cleansing Gel Review

Huxley Secret of Sahara Be Clean Be Moist Cleansing Gel
Review

Does Huxley Secret of Sahara Be Clean Be Moist Cleansing Gel Work?

 
Huxley Secret of Sahara Be Clean Be Moist Cleansing Gel 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
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1.5
1.3
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Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
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Water
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Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
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Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
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Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
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Sodium Chloride
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PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
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Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Betula Alba Bud Extract
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Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Bud Extract
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Bud Extract
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Leaf Extract
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Potassium Hydroxide
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PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
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Isostearic Acid
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Sodium Benzoate
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Citric Acid
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Propanediol
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Glycerin
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Alcohol
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Butylene Glycol
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Disodium EDTA
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Phenoxyethanol
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Fragrance
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Ingredients explained

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Est. %75
Function
Origin
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractA soothing and antioxidant extract from prickly pear succulent stems. These stems contain a cooling and anti-inflammatory watery gel that is similar to aloe.
Water
Est. %6
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.
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Disodium CocoamphodiacetateA naturally-derived mild cleansing agent. It provides foam but does not leave skin feeling stripped or dry when properly incorporated.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mildly cleansing ingredient derived from coconut. It also produces the foam that tells us our soap is actually working to remove dirt and oils.
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Est. %1.3
Function
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateA coconut-derived or synthetic surfactant that creates a gentle, creamy foam. It is popular in baby shampoos, body washes, and many other rinse-off products as a complement to other surfactants.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %1
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.

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
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.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract

An extract from the fruit of the sweet orange. It contains fragrant sweet orange essential oil, high amounts of antioxidant flavonoids (mainly hesperidin), and carotenoids – which give it the orange color.

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract

A fragrant extract from lemon peels that contains various antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – which are currently under investigation as potential anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment compounds.

Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract

A fragrant extract derived from grapefruit peels. It mainly contains essential oil and various antioxidant organic acids and flavonoids. Limonene is responsible for its citrusy scent.

Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Betula Alba Bud Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Betula Alba Bud Extract
Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Bud Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Bud Extract
Olea Europaea (Olive) Bud Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Bud Extract
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Leaf Extract
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
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1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Potassium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium HydroxideA very alkaline ingredient, meaning that it has a high pH. Potassium hydroxide is therefore useful in bringing a low pH in a cosmetic product up to a more neutral, skin-safe level.
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor OilA white paste-like substance derived from castor oil that belongs to a group of ingredients called PEGs (polyethylene glycols). It acts as a perfume solubilizer that helps fragrance agents dissolve in water and as a cleansing agent.
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Est. %0.3
Function
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

A clear, pale yellow, oil-like emollient manufactured synthetically from coconut oil and polyethylene glycol. It is also used as an emulsifying agent.

Isostearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearic AcidA saturated fatty acid used to mix oil and water and to remove dirt from the skin's surface. Isostearic acid is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
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.
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
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AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
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.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
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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.