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Green Tea Pore-Cleansing Face Wash
System for gently foaming cleaning that is devoid of soap and SLS. Scrub that exfoliates gently and naturally. green tea extracts with antioxidants Use glycolic acid to clean. Plum products are vegan and cruelty-free, as verified by PETA.
PLUM
Plum Face Wash, one of the Plum products, is carefully created using a combination of science and nature. The company works together with skincare experts, formulators, and dermatologists to develop products that are both efficient and kind to the skin. Each face wash is certain to provide its intended advantages, whether they be cleansing, moisturizing, or addressing particular skin conditions, thanks to the creative use of bio-actives, antioxidants, and natural extracts.
Overview of ingredients
For Men & Women
Gel Based
Alcohol-free
For Oily Skin
Applied For: Anti-acne & Pimples, Blackhead Remover, Cleansing, Deep Cleansing, Fresh Renewal, Nourishment & Moisturization, Oil Control, Radiance & Glow, Refreshing, Spot Removal
Highlights
IN THIS ARTICLE
Ingredients:
Antioxidant: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
Exfoliant: Glycolic Acid
Skin-identical ingredient: Glycerin
Soothing: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, sodium gluconate
Buffering: Glycolic Acid
Emulsifying: Cocamide DEA, Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Moisturizer/humectant: Glycerin, sodium gluconate
Film-forming agent: Acrylates copolymer
Perfuming: Fragrance
Preservative: Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Surfactant/cleansing: Cocamide DEA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Viscosity control: Carbomer, Cellulose Beads, Cocamide DEA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Stabilizer: Triethanolamine
PLUM Green Tea Face Wash
Ingredients explained
ALSO-CALLED: Water | WHAT-IT-DOES: solvent
The unsung star in skincare and cleaning products is aqua, also known as water. The most typical component of skincare. The majority of the time, it appears right at the top of the ingredient list, indicating that it is the greatest component of the product.
It mostly serves as a solvent for substances that prefer to dissolve in water rather than oils. Aqua satisfies the skin's thirst and replaces moisture that has been lost while acting as a gentle and efficient moisturizing agent in skincare. It is suitable for all skin types, including those with sensitive or acne-prone skin, because of its light weight and non-comedogenic properties.
Aqua acts as a crucial carrier in cleaning goods, dissolving pollutants and delicately removing filth and grime. Its solvent qualities make it the ideal foundation for mild cleansers that remove impurities from the face without removing its natural oils.
WHAT-IT-DOES: film-forming agent and stabilizing
Acrylates Copolymer is essential as a tool for creating films. On the skin's surface, it creates a translucent, pliable film that acts as a protective barrier, trapping moisture and halting the loss of essential hydration. This intangible barrier serves as a storage space for necessary nutrients, facilitating their proper absorption and utilization by the skin. Acrylates Copolymer gives washing products a velvety texture and improves their capacity to remove pollutants when added to them. When applied, it creates a smooth, gliding sensation that enables the cleanser to remove excess oil, makeup, and grime without severely scrubbing the skin. Additionally, this adaptable element adds stabilizing qualities to skincare formulas, assisting in preserving the consistency of the product and extending its shelf life.
A large molecule made up of numerous repeating molecules (an acrylic acid polymer), which miraculously transforms a liquid into a lovely gel formula. The thickening typically requires neutralization with a base (such as sodium hydroxide) and results in viscous, transparent gels that feel pleasant and non-tacky on the skin. It makes sense because it is a widely used and popular substance. typically used in formulations at 1% or less.
WHAT-IT-DOES: regulating the viscosity and stabilizing the emulsion | IRRITANCY: 0 | COMEDOGENICITY: 1
WHAT-IT-DOES: regulating viscosity, absorbent/mattifier
A naturally occurring polymer that is a large molecule made up of repeating subunits that is present in the cell walls of green plants. It is a sustainable and natural component that can enhance the formula's absorption and lessen skin oiliness. Additionally, it serves as a thickening agent and sensory enhancer.
WHAT-IT-DOES:Emulsifies, stabilizes emulsions, controls viscosity and acts as a surfactant/cleanser.
A cleaning agent that excels at building viscosity and foam alongside other (anionic) cleaning agents while also acting as a great team player. The drawback of Cocamide DEA is that it might still include Diethanolamine, a secondary amine that has a history of producing potentially dangerous nitrosamines. But do not worry; although cocamide DEA is thought to be safe when used in cosmetics, it is becoming less and less common because the cosmetics industry is actively exploring alternatives.
WHAT-IT-DOES: Acts as a surfactant and cleaner and regulates viscosity
All cleaning products, including face and body washes, shampoos, and foam baths, contain this extremely popular component. The most important factor in its appeal is bubbles. Bubbles are enjoyed by anyone. Furthermore, cocamidopropyl betaine does a terrific job of stabilizing them. The mildness and excellent performance when mixed with other cleaning agents and surfactants are the other factors. Cocamidopropyl betaine is useful in striking the perfect balance when it comes to cleansing, which typically entails effectively cleansing while avoiding over-cleansing. Oh, and another good feature is that, despite being synthetic, it is very biodegradable.
Extract from Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf: Goodie
One of the most studied natural substances is green tea.
Polyphenols, or more specifically, catechins (EGCG being the most prevalent and active catechin), are the active components.
The quality of various green tea extracts might vary greatly. The good ones (which frequently turn the product brown and give it a particular scent) contain 50–90% catechins.
The benefits of green tea include its potent antioxidant, UV protection, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and antibacterial properties.
Green tea is a fantastic choice for rosacea, acne, and atopic dermatitis, as well as anti-aging, because of its amazing characteristics.
ALSO-CALLED: Green Tea | WHAT-IT-DOES: antioxidant, soothing
WHAT-IT-DOES: ALSO-CALLED: Glycerol | WHAT-IT-DOES: skin-identical ingredient, moisturizer/humectant | IRRITANCY: 0 | COMEDOGENICITY: 0
Superstar Glycerin
A natural humectant found in our skin. A very common, affordable, efficient, and safe chemical that has been in use for more than 50 years. A basic moisturizer that is much more than that: It retains our skin's lipids in a healthy (liquid crystal) state between our skin cells, guards against irritation, and aids in barrier restoration. Effective at concentrations as low as 3%, with further advantages for dry skin at 20–40% . Using high-glycerin moisturizers to treat really dry skin is fantastic.
WHAT-IT-DOES: buffering and exfoliant
Glycolic Acid - Superstar
It is the AHA with the most conclusively demonstrated skin benefits. Dead skin cells are gently lifted off to show newer, fresher skin that is smoother. It helps promote the skin's natural collagen production, which leads to tighter, younger skin. It can lighten brown spots brought on by PIH or sun damage. Choose a product whose concentration and pH value you are aware of because these two have a significant impact on effectiveness. Don't forget to use sunscreen (always, but particularly after using an AHA product). With a stronger AHA product, a little stinging or burning is typical. Choose a BHA or PHA product if your skin is particularly sensitive and prone to rosacea.
WHAT-IT-DOES: exfoliant, soothing
Sodium Gluconate
As a chemical exfoliator, sodium gluconate gently dissolves impurities and dead skin cells on the skin's surface. This exfoliating elixir works at the molecular level, softly opening pores and producing brighter skin, unlike abrasive physical scrubs. Sodium gluconate promotes the skin's natural renewal process by eliminating the accumulation of dead skin cells, helping to expose younger-looking skin underneath. This organic exfoliator helps other skincare products absorb better and reach deeper layers of the skin for best results. The formula's capacity to thoroughly wash and purify the skin is improved by sodium gluconate. Its exfoliating action helps the cleansing procedure work more effectively by ensuring that impurities are removed, leaving the skin feeling renewed and invigorated. An added benefit of sodium gluconate is that it can improve the overall texture and feel of skincare products, giving them an opulent and silky-smooth finish.
ALSO-CALLED: SLES | WHAT-IT-DOES: surfactant/cleansing, emulsifying
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Sodium laureth sulfate, sometimes known as SLES, is a surfactant and emulsifier. It's likely the one used in cleaning products the most frequently. The Chief Bubble Officer is typically in charge of creating large bubbles in cleaning solutions, albeit the foam it produces is not as solid and opulent as that made by infamous SLS and is a little bit light and loose. It falls midway in the middle in terms of mildness. Although they are frequently misunderstood, they are in no way the same as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). The SLES molecule is gentler and significantly less irritating because of larger water-soluble head portion. Although it is deemed perfectly OK in the amounts present in cosmetic goods, if you're searching for a gentle facial cleanser, a recipe without it is your best bet.
ALSO-CALLED: TEA | WHAT-IT-DOES: surfactant/cleansing, pH stabilization, emulsifying
IRRITANCY: 0 | COMEDOGENICITY: 2
Triethanolamine
Triethanolamine functions as a pH adjuster, assisting in the stabilization of compositions' pH values. Maintaining the skin's naturally acidic pH, which supports a healthy and balanced skin barrier, is essential. Triethanolamine makes sure skincare products function well without irritating the skin or upsetting its delicate balance by adjusting pH levels. Triethanolamine, a surfactant, helps cleaning products produce thick lathers and mild foaming effects. This makes it possible to remove pollutants, extra oil, and makeup effectively, leaving the face feeling clean and rejuvenated without removing its natural oils. Triethanolamine functions as an emulsifying agent, assisting in the seamless blending of water- and oil-based constituents in formulations. This guarantees that skincare products have a uniformly smooth consistency, improving the ease of application and effectiveness.
WHAT-IT-DOES: preservative
Phenoxyethanol
It essentially serves as the current IT preventative. It is gentle and safe, but more significantly, it is not a paraben, which is generally dreaded without scientific justification. It was first used around 1950 and is still available today in up to 1% of the world's population. Green tea contains it naturally, however, the form used in cosmetics is synthetic. It offers some other benefits in addition to a high safety profile and being rather mild on the skin. It can withstand temperatures up to 85°C and functions well across a wide pH range (ph 3–10), making it suitable for usage in a variety of formulations. It frequently pairs with ethylhexylglycerin because it enhances phenoxyethanol's preservation capabilities.
WHAT-IT-DOES: preservative, deodorant
Ethylhexylglycerin
In addition to the current IT-preservative, phenoxyethanol, you will most likely also see ethylhexylglycerin listed as an ingredient. They get along well because ethylhexylglycerin feels wonderful on the skin and helps phenoxyethanol (and other preservatives) work more effectively. Additionally, it works well as a deodorant and is a medium spreading emollient.
ALSO-CALLED: Parfum/Fragrance | WHAT-IT-DOES: perfuming
Fragrance - BAD
It is exactly what it sounds like: pleasant-smelling ingredients are added to cosmetics so that the finished product also smells pleasant. A generic phrase on the ingredient list, referred to as fragrance in the US and parfum in the EU, typically contains 30 to 50 compounds (but it can have as many as 200!). Fragrance is not your best friend if you like to know what goes on your skin because there is no way to tell what is actually in it. Once again, fragrance is not your Best friend if you have sensitive skin. It is the primary factor in contact allergies to cosmetics. With sensitive skin, it's unquestionably a wise move to avoid it.
