Swisse Sweet Almond Gentle Cream Cleanser

Swisse Sweet Almond Gentle Cream Cleanser

Review

Does Swisse Sweet Almond Gentle Cream Cleanser work?

Swisse Sweet Almond Gentle Cream 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
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
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0.3
0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water
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Glycerin
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
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Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
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Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
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Commiphora Myrrha Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
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Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil
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Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
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Xanthan Gum
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Dehydroacetic Acid
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Citric Acid
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Ingredients explained

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Flower Water
Glycerin
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ButterAlso known as cocoa seed butter, it is a popular emollient and occlusive moisturizer. Skincare products with cocoa butter as their main ingredient have a sweet, chocolatey scent. Cocoa butter is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Fruit ExtractA pomegranate fruit extract that contains antioxidant polyphenols and a rare emollient punicic acid. It is aimed at dry, irritated skin.
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract

An extract from the seeds and pulp of pomelo. It contains vitamin E, flavonoids, tannins, and limonoids, and has antioxidant, soothing, and astringent properties. The seeds mostly contain emollient fatty oil.

Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyssopus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Commiphora Myrrha Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Commiphora Myrrha Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil obtained from pomelo peels - sometimes mislabeled as grapefruit. The high limonene content is responsible for its citrusy scent. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

An essential oil expressed from the peels of the bergamot orange. The scent of bergamot oil is woodier than those of other citrus essential oils. This essential oil is still not recommended if you are sensitive to citrus fruits.

Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil

A fragrant essential oil derived from Australian sandalwood. It is primarily used in skincare as a fragrance ingredient that imparts a unique, sweet-woody aroma. It also potentially offers soothing effects and antioxidant protection.

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractA fragrant and flavoring extract derived from vanilla pods. Vanillin is the main compound responsible for its scent and taste. Other compounds present in the vanilla pod are antioxidant and soothin tannins, polyphenols, and free amino acids.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.

Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl Alcohol

A multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.