epique Detoxifying Foam Cleanser
epique Epique Detoxifying Foam Cleanser lists 26 ingredients on its label, 23 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Aqua
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
- Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract
- Coco-Glucoside
- PPG-24-Glycereth-24
- Citric Acid
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Sodium Benzoate
- Phenethyl Alcohol
- Sucrose
- Propanediol
- Xanthan Gum
- Diazolidinyl Urea
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Propylene Glycol
- Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
- Disodium EDTA
- Hydrolyzed Algin
- Fragrance
- Laminaria Digitata
- Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
- Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Sea Water
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsContains PEGContains mineral oilContains alcoholContains formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view This formula features a mild cleansing matrix using sodium lauroamphoacetate and amino acid surfactants, supplemented with coco-glucoside for low irritation. It includes seaweed extracts and multiple plant extracts, aiming for a natural care feel. The preservation system combines sodium benzoate and phenethyl alcohol, offering broad compatibility. Suitable for sensitive skin or frequent daily cleansing scenarios seeking gentle, low-foam options. From a formulator's perspective, the addition of non-ionic surfactants balances cleansing power with skin feel, prioritizing ingredient safety for con
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- CLEANSING
- Sodium LauroamphoacetateSodium Cocoyl GlutamateCoco-Glucoside
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- BUFFERING
- Citric Acid
- ANTICORROSIVE
- Sodium Benzoate
Other ingredients
Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower ExtractPPG-24-Glycereth-24Phenethyl AlcoholSucrosePropanediolXanthan GumDiazolidinyl UreaIodopropynyl ButylcarbamatePropylene GlycolPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateDisodium EDTAHydrolyzed AlginFragranceLaminaria DigitataFicus Carica Fruit ExtractColeus Forskohlii Root ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractSea Water
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Lauroamphoacetate | CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Coco-Glucoside | CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PPG-24-Glycereth-24 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Phenethyl Alcohol | FRAGRANCE | 0 · – | Green |
| Sucrose | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Diazolidinyl Urea | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/46 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/56 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Algin | HAIR CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Laminaria Digitata | 增稠剂，保湿剂，皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ficus Carica Fruit Extract | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sea Water | HUMECTANT, SOLVENT | — | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
- Amphoteric surfactant for gentle cleansing; rich foam, low irritation to eyes and skin.
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- PEG-modified nonionic surfactant for emulsification and cleansing; contains PEG, monitor dioxane, low comedogenicity.
- Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
- Amino acid surfactant, gentle cleansing; rich foam, may sting eyes, good compatibility.
- Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Coco-Glucoside
- Mild non-ionic surfactant for cleansing and foaming; rich foam, low irritation, suitable for sensitive and children's products
- PPG-24-Glycereth-24
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Phenethyl Alcohol
- Alcohol with preservative and fragrance properties; 0.5-1%, floral scent, can replace some preservatives
- Sucrose
- Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Diazolidinyl Urea
- Formaldehyde-releasing preservative; EU cap at 0.2%; avoid for formaldehyde-sensitive users
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Broad-spectrum preservative; mild irritation; caution for sensitized skin.
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
- Phytosterol blend for skin conditioning; gentle, barrier-repairing, low irritation.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Hydrolyzed Algin
- Hydrolyzed algin, water-soluble film former; boosts moisture retention, low viscosity contribution
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Laminaria Digitata
- Laminaria Digitata extract; natural thickener/humectant. Prone to oxidation/discoloration.
- Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
- Fig fruit extract, humectant with polysaccharides and enzymes for skin moisturizing
- Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Sea Water
- Natural ingredient with salts; acts as solvent or humectant, high salt content may feel gritty
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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