Skinfix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel Cleanser

Skinfix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel Cleanser

Review

Does Skinfix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel Cleanser work?

Skinfix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Gentle Gel 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
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Water
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Glycerin
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
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Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
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Lauryl Glucoside
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Coco-Glucoside
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Coconut Acid
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Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
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Sodium Chloride
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Sodium Isethionate
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Ectoin
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Squalene
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Oligopeptide-1
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Oligopeptide-3
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Hexapeptide-11
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Ceramide EOP
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Propanediol
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Hydroxyectoin
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Niacinamide
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Amylopectin
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Bacillus
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Folic Acid
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Pentylene Glycol
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Inulin
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Phytosteryl Macadamiate
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Lecithin
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Acetyl Glutamine
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract
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Lactic Acid
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Phytosterols
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Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
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Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
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Tocopherol
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Sodium Benzoate
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Polyglutamic Acid
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Ceramide NP
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Ceramide AP
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Phytosphingosine
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Cholesterol
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Carbomer
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Citric Acid
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Xanthan Gum
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Potassium Sorbate
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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.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %4
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.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild surfactant with excellent foaming properties and thickening capabilities.
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
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.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %1.3
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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 Oleoyl Taurate
Est. %1
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Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
Lauryl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
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Lauryl GlucosideA natural nonionic surfactant, which means it acts as an effective cleansing ingredient. It can act alone as a cleanser or be paired with anionic surfactants to make them milder on the skin.
Coco-Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coco-GlucosideA mild cleansing and foaming agent. It can be used on its own as a gentle cleanser in a skin cleansing product or can be combined with more powerful cleansing agents, called anionic surfactants, to make them milder on the skin.
Coconut Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coconut AcidAn emollient and cleansing mixture of fatty acids obtained from coconut oil that contains lauric, myristic, and palmitic acids.
Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
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Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
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.

Sodium Isethionate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Isethionate
Ectoin
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ectoin

An amino acid-derived ingredient with average, yet proven by one study, anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Squalene
Est. %0.3
Function
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SqualeneOne of the main ingredients in the skin’s sebum. It helps to rebuild the natural oily film on the skin’s surface and to prevent transdermal water loss. Squalene is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Oligopeptide-1
Est. %0.3
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Oligopeptide-1

Description is coming soon

Oligopeptide-2
Est. %0.3
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Oligopeptide-2
Oligopeptide-3
Est. %0.3
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Oligopeptide-3
Hexapeptide-11
Est. %0.3
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Hexapeptide-11

Description is coming soon

Ceramide EOP
Est. %0.3
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Ceramide EOP

Formerly called Ceramide 1, this ingredient is a skin-identical wax-like lipid with an ultra-long fatty acid chain. It restores and stabilizes the skin’s lipid matrix and helps to treat dry and flaky skin, especially when combined with other ceramides.

Propanediol
Est. %0.3
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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.
Hydroxyectoin
Est. %0.3
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Hydroxyectoin
Niacinamide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Amylopectin
Est. %0.3
Function
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Amylopectin
Bacillus
Est. %0.3
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Bacillus
Folic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Folic AcidA critical vitamin for the body that needs more research for topical applications.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.

Pentylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Inulin
Est. %0.3
Function
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InulinA naturally occurring polysaccharide that works as a humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Phytosteryl MacadamiateA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing product of binding fatty acids from macadamia oil (mostly oleic and palmitoleic acid) with soybean oil phytosterols. It is also used as a formula helper.
Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
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LecithinA humectant, emollient, and emulsifier best suited for water-in-oil emulsions. Lecithin can come from sunflowers, soy, and eggs. The downside to lecithin is that it causes an extra burden on the formula’s preservative because it is nutritious.
Acetyl Glutamine
Est. %0.3
Function
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Acetyl Glutamine
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract
Est. %0.3
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Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
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PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
Est. %0.3
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Alpha-Glucan OligosaccharideA sugar-derived ingredient thought to provide protective benefits to the skin's microbiome which keeps skin feeling and looking healthy.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Lauroyl LactylateA multifunctional ingredient that produces foamy cleansers and allows oil and water to mix.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

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.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Polyglutamic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Polyglutamic AcidA natural polymer with incredible water-binding properties that is prepared from glutamic acid through fermentation.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Ceramide AP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide APPreviously called Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide AP is one of the most common ceramides in the skin. Research has shown that dry, flaky skin has significantly less Ceramide AP. Its application helps to treat dry skin by restoring balance in the skin lipids.
Phytosphingosine
Est. %0.3
Function
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PhytosphingosineA key component of ceramides NP, AP, and EOP. It has barrier repair properties and stimulates the production of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor. Phytosphingosine has strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, which can be used to treat acne.
Cholesterol
Est. %0.3
Function
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CholesterolAn emollient and important barrier repairing lipid, effective when combined with fatty acids and ceramides. Around 25% of the skin’s lipid layer is made up of cholesterol and it is found in the membrane of every single cell in our body.
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
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CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
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.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
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Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
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.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.