Allies of Skin Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser

Allies of Skin

Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
57%
Combination (dry)
57%
Balanced
87%
Combination (oily)
83%
Oily
83%

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Benefits
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Allies of Skin's sought-after cleanser has just had a revitalising revamp and believe it or not, it's even better than before! Enriched with a hydrating blend of antioxidants, phospholipids and hydrators like hyaluronic acid, organic safflower + moringa oil, the Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser deftly removes dirt, grime and make up without stripping skin. Now four times richer in Silk Amino Acids this cult-favourite cleanser just got a serious skin-loving upgrade. The improvements don't stop there though... This brightening cleanser now contains a more stable form of vitamin C - ethylated L-ascorbic acid - thereby boosting collagen production and fading imperfections. Transforming from a thick gel into a soft gentle foam this is the cleansing hero that just keeps on giving...

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Aging
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
AHA Hyaluronic acid Vitamin C

Risks

2
Sulfate
Synthetic polymer

About Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser

Overview

Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser is a lightweight cleanser from Allies of Skin. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 34 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Propanediol and Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Propanediol, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids and Sodium Hyaluronate.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced, Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, oil control and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes first step. Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly. Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • 4 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 10 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 8 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 3 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 2 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Dark Spot Fading 1 ingredient

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

Glycerin

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
Propanediol

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
Lactic Acid AHA

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Hydration
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters is the hydrolysate of Jojoba Esters derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Hydration
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, Moringaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging
3-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is the organic compound.

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Dark Spot Fading
Hydrolyzed Silk

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Protein hydrolyzates, silk

Hydration
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
Lecithin

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid

Hydration
Astaxanthin

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4'-dione

Anti-Aging Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Low

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Low

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Low

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (4)

Supporting ingredients (30)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Aqua Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Glycerin Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine Sodium Cocoamphoacetate Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil Propanediol Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Leuconostoc/radish Root Ferment Filtrate Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids Hydrolyzed Silk Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Lecithin Astaxanthin Xanthan Gum Lauryl Glucoside Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate O-cymen-5-ol Polysorbate 20 Tetrasodium Edta Disodium Edta Ethylhexylglycerin Sodium Glycolate Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Benzoate Phenoxyethanol

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free

Contains

  • Facial oils

    Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

  • Animal-derived ingredients

    Hydrolyzed Silk

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Use with caution

  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • BHA (salicylic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • PHAs (gluconolactone)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Cleanse" step.

  • Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly.
  • Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Polysorbate 20. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Sulfate, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 34 ingredients on the label.

9
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

6
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

5
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

5
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

4
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

4
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

4
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

4
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

3
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

3
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

2
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
UV filter

Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Water

2 Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer Occlusive
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of one or more simple esters of acrylic or methacrylic acid, C1-4 dialkylamino C1-6 alkyl methacrylate, PEG/PPG-30/5 allyl ether, PEG 20-25 C10-30 alkyl ether methacrylate, hydroxy C2-6 alkyl methacrylate crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate

Synthetic polymer
3 Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Surfactant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Sulfonic acids, C14-16-alkane hydroxy and C14-16-alkene, sodium salts

Sulfate
4 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
5 Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1-Propanaminium, N-(3-aminopropyl)-2-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-3-sulfo-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts

6 Sodium Cocoamphoacetate Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycine, N-(2-aminoethyl)-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, N-coco-acyl derivatives, monosodium salts

7 Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil is the oily liquid obtained from the seeds of Safflower, Carthamus tinctorius L., Compositae. It consists principally of the triglycerides of linoleic acid

8 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
9 Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Emollient
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Pediatric Dermatology, August 2018, ePublication; and January-February 2013, pages 42-50
  • Chemicke Zvesti, May 2018, pages 2, 607-2, 615
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, December 2017, ePublication
  • Dermatology, October 2014, pages 230-239
10 Leuconostoc/radish Root Ferment Filtrate Plant extract
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract, Preservative

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Raphanus sativus roots by the microorganism, Leuconostoc

11 Lactic Acid Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active, pH adjuster

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Hydration
9 scientific references
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2020, pages 116-126
  • International Journal of Dermatology, March 2019, ePublication
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, October 2018, pages 491-497
  • International Journal of Dermatology, September 2018, ePublication
  • Molecules, April 2018, ePublication
  • Journal of the American Dental Association, April 2016, pages 255-263
  • Cutis, January 2016, pages E9-E11
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • The Journal of Dermatology, January 2006, pages 16-22
12 Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters is the hydrolysate of Jojoba Esters derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Advances in Environmental Biology, January 2016, pages 237-249
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, March 2009
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2008, pages 268-274
  • https://journalssagepubcom/doi/abs/103109/10915819209141992
13 Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, Moringaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging
14 3-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid Active
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is the organic compound.

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Dark Spot Fading
5 scientific references
  • Free Radical Biology and Medicine, September 2021, pages 151–169
  • Life, May 2021, pages 1–13
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, December 2019, pages 1–9
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, July-August 2018, pages 233–243
  • AAPS PharmSciTech, June 2016, pages 767–777
15 Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Hydroxy-1-propanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(coco-alkyl)-, 3-silk-amino-acids, chlorides

16 Hydrolyzed Silk Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Protein hydrolyzates, silk

Hydration
17 Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract UV filter
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Humectant, Emollient, Occlusive, Antioxidant, Plant extract, Preservative

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
18 Sodium Hyaluronate Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und Verwandte Gebiete, December 2017, pages 987-993
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2014, pages 277-287
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2012, pages 20-23
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July-December 2012, pages 253-258
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2011, pages 990-1000
19 Lecithin Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, November 2020, pages 1-19
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Molecules, March 2020, pages 1-9
  • Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society, March 2014, pages 1, 093-1, 101
  • Scientia Pharmaceutica, July 2013, pages 1, 151-1, 166
20 Astaxanthin
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4'-dione

Anti-Aging Soothing
21 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

22 Citric Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator, pH adjuster

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

23 Lauryl Glucoside Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

D-Glucose homopolymer, dodecyl ether

24 Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

L-Glutamic acid, N-coco acyl derivs., monosodium salts

25 Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium carboxymethyl ether of Lauryl Glucoside

26 O-cymen-5-ol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

4-Isopropyl-m-cresol

27 Polysorbate 20 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

28 Tetrasodium Edta Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate

29 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

30 Ethylhexylglycerin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
31 Sodium Glycolate pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycolic acid, monosodium salt

32 Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium hydroxide

33 Sodium Benzoate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium benzoate

34 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

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Shares 3 key ingredients with Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser: Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid

Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

AQUA, POLYACRYLATE-1 CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE, GLYCERIN, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, SODIUM COCOAMPHOACETATE, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL, PROPANEDIOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, LACTIC ACID, HYDROLYZED JOJOBA ESTERS, MORINGA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, 3-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID, COCODIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL SILK AMINO ACIDS, HYDROLYZED SILK, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, LECITHIN, ASTAXANTHIN, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE, SODIUM LAURYL GLUCOSE CARBOXYLATE, O-CYMEN-5-OL, POLYSORBATE 20, TETRASODIUM EDTA, DISODIUM EDTA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM GLYCOLATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM BENZOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL.

What are the active ingredients in Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

LACTIC ACID, 3-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CITRIC ACID.

How do I use Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

Can be used daily AM/PM as a first and/or second cleanse. To remove makeup and sunscreen, massage a dime-sized amount first onto dry skin, then add water and massage again to dissolve daily grime, pollution, sunscreen, and makeup. Rinse and repeat if necessary. For daily cleansing, massage a dime-sized amount onto damp skin, leave on for 1 or 2 minutes for extra silkiness and rinse.

What skin types is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced, Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser fungal acne safe?

4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Polysorbate 20. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

It layers well with Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.

When should I apply Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

Use it morning and evening, first step.

How many ingredients does Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser have?

It lists 34 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser?

Allies of Skin.

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