May Coop Bamboo pH Balancing Pure Cleanser

May Coop Bamboo pH Balancing Pure Cleanser

Review

Does May Coop Bamboo pH Balancing Pure Cleanser work?

May Coop Bamboo pH Balancing Pure 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
70
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
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Water
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Glycerin
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Sodium Chloride
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TEA-Cocoyl Glutamate
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Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
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Glycol Distearate
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Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
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Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
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Bambusa Arundinacea Juice
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Sodium Isethionate
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Sodium Benzoate
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Chlorphenesin
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Fragrance
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Butylene Glycol
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Disodium EDTA
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Laminaria Japonica Extract
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
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Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract
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Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Extract
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Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Seed Extract
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Bambusa Vulgaris Flower Extract
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Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract
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Ceramide NP
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Propolis Extract
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Panthenol
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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
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Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract
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Biotin
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Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
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Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
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Maltodextrin
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Glycosyl Trehalose
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Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %6
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.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Sodium Chloride
Est. %3
Function
Origin
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.

TEA-Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
TEA-Cocoyl Glutamate
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl Starch PhosphateA naturally-derived thickening agent that dissolves in water.
Glycol Distearate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Glycol DistearateA diester that moisturizes by preventing water from evaporating from the skin.
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
Bambusa Arundinacea Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Arundinacea Juice
Sodium Isethionate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Isethionate
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Chlorphenesin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ChlorphenesinA preservative and broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that protects products from a wide range of bacteria and fungi.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
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.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Japonica ExtractDerived from a species of edible seaweed, this extract contains many different moisturizing and gel-forming polysaccharides.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf ExtractA fragrant tea tree leaf extract with antimicrobial, antiseptic, and antioxidant flavonoids and terpenoids.
Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract
Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Extract
Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Seed Extract
Bambusa Vulgaris Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Flower Extract
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Propolis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propolis ExtractA famous bee product that has traditionally been used to treat inflammation and wounds. The extract is soothing and promotes skin healing.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf ExtractAn extract derived from sage leaves with toning and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a mild sage aroma due to the presence of sage essential oil.
Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Biotin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BiotinBiotin is an important nutrient that can cause weak hair and nails if deficient. Unfortunately, while biotin supplements have promising studies, topical biotin in creams and serums doesn’t have a large body of evidence to support its use.
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.
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
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.
Glycosyl Trehalose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycosyl Trehalose
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Starch HydrolysateA starch-based syrup that binds to water and helps to form a film on the skin’s surface.
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.