Sanex Expert Skin Health Agave Revitalising Shower Gel

Sanex Expert Skin Health Agave Revitalising Shower Gel

Review

Results you may expect from using Sanex Expert Skin Health Agave Revitalising Shower Gel:

Sanex Expert Skin Health Agave Revitalising Shower 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
80
Water
6
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
3
Sodium PG-Sulfonate
2
Glycerin
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Inulin
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Sodium Pyruvate
0.3
Sodium PCA
0.3
Sodium Gluconate
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Butyloctanol
0.3
Poloxamer 124
0.3
Sodium Metabisulfite
0.3
Zinc Sulfate
0.3
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.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %6
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 C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateAn anionic surfactant alternative to sulfates with an excellent foaming profile.
Sodium PG-Sulfonate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium PG-Sulfonate
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

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.
Inulin
Est. %0.3
Function
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InulinA naturally occurring polysaccharide that works as a humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
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.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
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HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Sodium Pyruvate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Pyruvate
Sodium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium PCAOne of the most important parts of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Sodium PCA is used in skincare for its fantastic humectant properties.
Sodium Gluconate
Est. %0.3
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Sodium GluconateA chelating ingredient that ensures that the harmful metal ions in a formula are unreactive. It also protects other ingredients from degrading.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
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.
Butyloctanol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Butyloctanol
Poloxamer 124
Est. %0.3
Function
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Poloxamer 124
Sodium Metabisulfite
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium MetabisulfiteA preservative that is especially effective at preventing fungus and mold growth. It is normally combined with a strong bactericidal preservative in order to achieve broad-spectrum protection. Sodium metabisulfite is also used as an antioxidant.
Zinc Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Zinc Sulfate
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.