codage Cleansing Gel

Ingredients overview

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Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Aqua
2. Glycerin
3. Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
4. Lauryl Glucoside
5. Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
6. Salix Nigra Bark Extract
7. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
8. Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
9. Pentylene Glycol
10. Niacinamide
11. Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
12. Maris Aqua
13. Zinc Gluconate
14. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
15. Capryloyl Glycine
16. Copper Gluconate
17. Coco-Caprylate
18. Xylitylglucoside
19. Hexylene Glycol
20. Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
21. Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
22. Magnesium Aspartate
23. Hydroxyacetophenone
24. Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
25. Sodium Hydroxide
26. Citric Acid
27. Sodium Gluconate
28. Parfum

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance

Formulation view Amino acid cleansing gel with cocamidopropyl betaine and lauryl glucoside for mildness. Includes niacinamide, zinc gluconate, and willow bark extract for sebum control and soothing. Hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride provides viscosity. Suitable for sensitive/oily skin. Formulator note: Rich actives require precise pH control; botanical extracts need strict batch consistency.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

DENATURANT

Glycerin

CLEANSING

Sodium CocoamphoacetateLauryl GlucosideSodium Cocoyl GlutamateSodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer

SKIN PROTECTING

Salix Nigra Bark Extract

Other ingredients

Pentylene GlycolNiacinamideMoringa Oleifera Seed ExtractMaris AquaZinc GluconateAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderCapryloyl GlycineCopper GluconateCoco-CaprylateXylitylglucosideHexylene GlycolGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChloridePolyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateMagnesium AspartateHydroxyacetophenonePolyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateSodium HydroxideCitric AcidSodium GluconateParfum

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Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Mild amphoteric surfactant at 0.5–5%; low irritation, suitable for sensitive skin, often paired with anionics.

Lauryl Glucoside

Mild nonionic surfactant for cleansing; 1-5%, suitable for sensitive skin

Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer thickener at 0.5–2%; incompatible with cationics, dilute first, PEG-modified

Salix Nigra Bark Extract

Black willow bark extract with natural salicylic acid precursors; for soothing and exfoliation, test on sensitive skin at low levels.

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate

Amino acid surfactant, gentle cleansing; rich foam, may sting eyes, good compatibility.

Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate

Gluconate carboxylate anionic surfactant, mild cleanser; good for sensitive formulations.

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract

Moringa seed extract rich in antioxidants for skin conditioning; natural extract, watch batch consistency

Maris Aqua

Seawater solvent & humectant; mineral-rich, caution on sensitive skin

Zinc Gluconate

Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Aloe extract powder for soothing/moisturizing; low solubility, needs dispersion

Capryloyl Glycine

Functional surfactant with seborrhea-control properties; suited for oily or acne-prone skin.

Copper Gluconate

Copper gluconate; trace antioxidant/repair agent. Use <0.05%; high levels cause color change/irritation.

Coco-Caprylate

Coconut/caprylate ester for light emollient finish; balance with humectants.

Xylitylglucoside

Polyol humectant with high water absorption and fresh feel; often co-used with propylene glycol for enhanced hydration.

Hexylene Glycol

Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Cationic guar derivative for antistatic, film-forming, viscosity control; common in hair/skin conditioning

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Plant-derived emulsifier, mild feel; for O/W systems, combine with co-emulsifiers

Magnesium Aspartate

Magnesium aspartate; water-soluble chelant/conditioner. Use at 1-2%; check chelation efficiency.

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Mild emulsifier for low-foam systems; suitable for sensitive skin.

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Sodium Gluconate

Mild chelator, aids skin conditioning; typically used at low levels as auxiliary

Parfum

Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.

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