Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Gentle Cleanser

Obagi MedicalNu-Derm Gentle CleanserIngredients

Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Gentle Cleanser is a product from Cleansers category with 23 ingredients. Notable: Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Panthenol. The product is made by Obagi Medical.

Nu-Derm Gentle Cleanser provides following positive effects: UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing and 11 more.

Organic score: 35% natural vs 48% chemical.

INCI

1
Water
Solvent
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
3
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
4
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
5
Glycerin
Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
6
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
Skin conditioning agent
7
Glycerth-7
8
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Skin conditioning agent

All the Positive

Find out what good effects the product has
Vitamins [1]: Panthenol
Antioxidants [1]: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Moisturizing 5: Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Panthenol, Ethoxydiglycol
Soothing 5: Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Panthenol, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Extract
Softening 3: Glycerin, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Extract
Cleansing 2: Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Concerns

Pay attention to these components
Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Triethanolamine
Contains chemical fragrances
Contains chemical fragrances
Fragrance
Parabens
Parabens
4 components
Methylparaben#17
Propylparaben#18
Ethylparaben#19
Butylparaben#20
Sulfates
Sulfates
1 component
Sodium Laureth Sulfate#4
Gluten
Gluten
1 component
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids#3

ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are
Vegan
No
Cruelty free
No
Reef friendly
No
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

Find out what components are good or bad for your skin type
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Glycerin#5Panthenol#9Sodium Laureth Sulfate#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil#8

Detailed view

Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Gentle Cleanser

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

#2Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a pH 4.5-5.5 liquid that is used to improve the overall efficiency of the formulation. It’s usually combined with different surfactants and is used because of its cleansing efficiency. It helps to remove sebum and dirt from the skin and hair. It also works as a foaming agent helping to make a pleasant foam.

#3Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

#4Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

#5Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Compared With

Often compared with following products
Skin Signal
2023 - 2024

The most advanced ingredient checker and cosmetics analyzer. Take a look "inside" the skincare products you use every day.

Disclaimer: All the information on the website is not a medical advice. Visit a doctor if you have problems.

Privacy policy Terms of Service