Cocoon Winter melon facial cleanser

Cocoon

Winter melon facial cleanser

face gel cleanser

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
53%
Combination (dry)
53%
Balanced
83%
Combination (oily)
87%
Oily
87%

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31
Ingredients
6
Benefits
3
Actives
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With ingredients including squash, pennywort, tea tree, added with Vitamin B3, B5 and Betaine. Squash gel has pH 5.5 to deeply clean dirt and excess oil, reduce acne formation while still maintaining natural moisture and not causing dry skin after use.

Key Insights

Benefits

6
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Blackhead Reducing
Hydration
Pore Minimizer
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
BHA Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

Risks

1
Synthetic polymer

Full Ingredients

31 total
WATER POTASSIUM LAURETH PHOSPHATE COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE ACRYLATES/STEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER SODIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE COCOYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE GLYCERIN BENINCASA CERIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT SALICYLIC ACID BHA NIACINAMIDE Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) PANTHENOL Vitamin B5 (panthenol) CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT BETAINE PROPANEDIOL BUTYLENE GLYCOL PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE MOLASSES GLYCERETH-26 SODIUM LACTATE SODIUM HYDROXIDE POLYSORBATE 20 MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA LEAF OIL ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER OIL ALLANTOIN ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN PHENOXYETHANOL XANTHAN GUM MENTHYL LACTATE TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE

About Winter melon facial cleanser

Overview

Winter melon facial cleanser is a lightweight gel cleanser from Cocoon, a brand based in Vietnam. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 31 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 Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin and Panthenol, 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 Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Panthenol and Betaine.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract and Allantoin.

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 antioxidant protection, brightening and tone, cell renewal 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, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

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 drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 6 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Contains ingredients usually flagged for review during pregnancy

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 4 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 4 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Anti-Acne 1 ingredient

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Blackhead Reducing 1 ingredient

    Helps unclog pores and reduce blackheads for clearer skin

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

Does not target

Dark Spot Fading Evens Skin Tone Oil Control 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.

Water

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

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

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

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris-.omega.-hydroxy-, monococonut acid ester (7 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration
Glycerin

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

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

Hydration Anti-Aging
Salicylic Acid BHA

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

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing
Niacinamide Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

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

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

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

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
Centella Asiatica Extract

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

Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Soothing Anti-Aging
Betaine

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

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration
Propanediol

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

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
Butylene Glycol

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

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
Glycereth-26

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

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris[.omega.-hydroxy-

Hydration
Sodium Lactate

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

Sodium lactate

Hydration

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 Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

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 (3)

Supporting ingredients (28)

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

Water Potassium Laureth Phosphate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate Cocoyl Methyl Glucamide Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate Glycerin Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract Centella Asiatica Extract Betaine Propanediol Butylene Glycol Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate Molasses Glycereth-26 Sodium Lactate Sodium Hydroxide Polysorbate 20 Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil Allantoin Ethylhexylglycerin Phenoxyethanol Xanthan Gum Menthyl Lactate Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

What is and is not in it

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

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Essential oils

    Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil

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
Contains Salicylic Acid, usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Polysorbate 20, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil. 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
Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 31 ingredients on the label.

9
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

9
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

5
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

5
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

3
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

2
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

2
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

2
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

2
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

2
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

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 Water 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.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
2 Potassium Laureth Phosphate Surfactant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

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

Potassium polyoxyethylene lauryl ether phosphate

3 Cocamidopropyl Betaine Surfactant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

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

1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts

4 Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

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

Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of the ester of methacrylic acid and Steareth-20 (q.v.) and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters

Synthetic polymer
5 Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

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

Glycine, N-coco acyl derivs., sodium salts

6 Cocoyl Methyl Glucamide Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent, Solvent

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

D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-(methylamino)-, N-coco acyl derivs.

7 Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate Surfactant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

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

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris-.omega.-hydroxy-, monococonut acid ester (7 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Cosmeticsinfoorg, Accessed November 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2020, pages 26S–58S
  • Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, July 2018, pages 373–381
  • European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology, July 2017, ePublication
8 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% 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
9 Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

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

Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruits of Benincasa cerifera, Cucurbitaceae

10 Salicylic Acid Active
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active, Exfoliant, Preservative

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

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing
10 scientific references
  • Experimental Dermatology, July 2019, pages 786-794
  • European Commission Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety, June 2019, pages 1-70
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, April 2018, pages 245-251
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2017, pages 55-58
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2015, pages 455-461
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, September 2008, pages 170-176
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, April 2007, pages 651-663
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2000, pages 21-52
  • Seminars in Dermatology, December 1990, pages 305-308
11 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

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

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
12 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

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

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
13 Centella Asiatica Extract Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Soothing, Surfactant, Plant extract

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

Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Soothing Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Phytomedicine, April 2018, pages 110–119
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2017, pages 311–315
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan-Feb 2016, pages 27–33
  • Postepy Dermatologii I, February 2013, pages 46–49
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2010, pages 546–556
  • Scientific Reports, June 2021, ePublication
14 Betaine Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent

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

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2018, pages 28S-46S
  • Food Science and Biotechnology, October 2017, pages 1391-1397
  • The Journal of Chemical Physics, June 2015, ePublication
  • The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, September 2004, pages 539-549
  • Skin Research and Technology, February 2003, pages 50-58
15 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% 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
16 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

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

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
17 Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate Surfactant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

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

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl d-glucopyranoside 2,6-bis[(Z)-9-octadecenoate] (2:1) (120 mol EO average molar ratio)

18 Molasses
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

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

Molasses is the syrup obtained as a by-product from the processing of sugarcane into sugar

19 Glycereth-26 Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent

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

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris[.omega.-hydroxy-

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine, February 2020, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2019, pages 1-11
20 Sodium Lactate Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Exfoliant, pH adjuster

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

Sodium lactate

Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Nutrition Reviews Advance Article, July 2020, pages 1-16
  • Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, March 2014, pages 321-326
  • Materials Sciences and Applications, January 2012, pages 18-23
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, February 2007, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 1998, pages 1-241
21 Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

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

Sodium hydroxide

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

22nd 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.

23 Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

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

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil is the oil distilled from the leaves of the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae

24 Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

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

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is the essential oil obtained from the flowering tops and leaves of the Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., Lamiaceae

25 Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

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

Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Lavandula angustifolia, Lamiaceae.

26 Allantoin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Soothing

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

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • Chemistry Series, March 2020, pages 7-21
  • Molecules, June 2019, pages 1-33
  • European Journal of Pharmacology, February 2018, pages 68-78
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, June 2017, Volume 76, Issue 2, Supplement 1
  • Pharmacognosy Review, Volume 5, July-December 2011
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2010, Supplement, pages 84S-97S
  • Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, October 2008, ePublication
  • https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?CFRPart=347&showFR=1
27 Ethylhexylglycerin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

27th 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
28 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

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

2-Phenoxyethanol

29 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

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

Xanthan gum

30 Menthyl Lactate
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.

[1R-[1.alpha.(R*),2.beta.,5.alpha.]]-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl lactate

31 Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

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

L-Aspartic acid, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis-, trisodium salt

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Winter melon facial cleanser?

WATER, POTASSIUM LAURETH PHOSPHATE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, ACRYLATES/STEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, SODIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE, COCOYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE, PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE, GLYCERIN, BENINCASA CERIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, SALICYLIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, PANTHENOL, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, BETAINE, PROPANEDIOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE, MOLASSES, GLYCERETH-26, SODIUM LACTATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, POLYSORBATE 20, MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA LEAF OIL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER OIL, ALLANTOIN, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, XANTHAN GUM, MENTHYL LACTATE, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE.

What are the active ingredients in Winter melon facial cleanser?

SALICYLIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, PANTHENOL.

How do I use Winter melon facial cleanser?

Gently massage a sufficient amount onto wet skin. Rinse thoroughly with water. Use in the morning and evening.

What skin types is Winter melon facial 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 Winter melon facial 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 Winter melon facial cleanser fungal acne safe?

6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Polysorbate 20, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Winter melon facial cleanser while pregnant?

It contains Salicylic Acid, which are usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy. Ask your doctor or midwife before using it.

Is Winter melon facial cleanser fragrance free?

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

Does Winter melon facial cleanser contain alcohol?

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

Is Winter melon facial cleanser silicone free?

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

Does Winter melon facial cleanser contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil.

Is Winter melon facial cleanser paraben free?

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

What can I layer with Winter melon facial 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 Winter melon facial cleanser?

Use it morning and evening, first step.

How many ingredients does Winter melon facial cleanser have?

It lists 31 ingredients, of which 3 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Winter melon facial cleanser?

Cocoon, a brand based in Vietnam.

Brand
Cocoon
Country
Vietnam

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