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Cleanser / Surfactant

Poloxamer 407

Often labeled as: Micellar Gel Base

The ultra-mild, gel-forming surfactant.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐ŸŽฏ At a Glance

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic triblock copolymer. It is completely unique because it acts as an incredibly mild cleansing agent (forming micelles) while simultaneously thickening water into a clear, bouncy gel.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Cleanses the skin without stinging the eyes, and creates luxurious gel textures.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often used in mouthwashes and premium micellar gels.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It must be washed off immediately.

The Science

It is designed to be gentle enough for leave-on products, though rinsing cleansers is always recommended.