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Thickener

Sodium Chloride

Also known as Salt

Ordinary salt, used to thicken cleansers.

Irritation
GentleRarely causes irritation.
Pore-clogging
Not established
Pregnancy
No specific caution flagged.

Found in

  • Clinique Liquid Facial Soap Mild#3 on label
  • Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facial Wash#4 on label
  • La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel#6 on label
  • Minimalist 2% Salicylic Acid + LHA Face Wash#8 on label
  • Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser#11 on label
  • CeraVe Foaming Cleanser#15 on label

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For information only, not medical advice. Always patch-test new products and see a dermatologist for skin conditions.