KLAPP Smash Facial Cleansing Foam

KLAPP Smash Facial Cleansing Foam

Review

Does KLAPP Smash Facial Cleansing Foam work?

KLAPP Smash Facial Cleansing Foam 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
80
6
4
3
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1
1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Water
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Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
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Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Betaine
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Pullulan
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Phenoxyethanol
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Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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Citric Acid
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Fragrance
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Sodium Iodide
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Sodium Alum
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Blue 1 (CI 42090)
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %80
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.
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Disodium CocoamphodiacetateA naturally-derived mild cleansing agent. It provides foam but does not leave skin feeling stripped or dry when properly incorporated.
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %4
Function
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Disodium Cocoyl GlutamateA naturally-derived surfactant with gentle cleansing and some foaming ability.
Betaine
Est. %3
Function
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BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Pullulan
Est. %2
Function
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Pullulan
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %1
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.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Est. %1
Function
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Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateA vegetable glycerin or synthetically produced emulsifier and gentle cleansing agent. It won't leave skin feeling tight or dry when used to cleanse.
Citric Acid
Est. %1
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.
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.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Sodium Iodide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Iodide
Sodium Alum
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Alum
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
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Blue 1 (CI 42090)A synthetic dye commonly known as Brilliant Blue FCF that produces rich blue colors for various cosmetic uses. FD&C Blue #1 can also be found in foods, medications, and dietary supplements, as it is considered non-toxic and safe for use.