DOT & KEY Vitamin C + E Face Wash: Dermatocare review
DOT & KEY Vitamin C + E Face Wash is built on a surfactant system of 2 ultra-mild + 1 mild + 0 strong + 0 soap bases. Aligned to oily, combination/normal skin, suitable across skin concerns. Does not contain any ingredient under review against our database criteria.
Overview
Skin type Oily, Combination/Normal
Skin concern No skin issues(18-25 years), Fine lines/Wrinkles, Melasma/PIH/Tanning, Uneven dull skin
Key Ingredients Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Glycerin
Specs Affordable, Not Fragrance Free, INCI Listed on Website, Silicone free
Life stage
Formula highlight
- Ultra Mild Surfactants: Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
- Mild Surfactant: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Hydrating ingredient: Glycerine
- Soothing ingredient: Panthenol
- Antioxidant ingredients: Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol
- Barrier repair ingredient: Niacinamide
Keep in mind
- Nothing significant.
People also ask
This product complies with all applicable cosmetic safety regulations. Evaluations provided are based on Dermatocare's independent database criteria, which apply stricter benchmarks than standard regulatory guidelines.
Sensitive skin Cautious use: Contains ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers. Performing a 24-hour patch test is recommended prior to use.
Pregnancy: Cautious Use - Contains ingredients which is flagged on our Pregnancy Ingredient Database for concentration limits. Can be used for short term/intermittent use, as spot treatment, or in rinse off formula. When in doubt consult your physician.
Teens Caution: Compliant with general cosmetic safety standards, but contains ingredients that may be unnecessary or unsuitable for teen skin (such as potent actives, old chemical filters, ingredients under review). A simpler, minimalist formula may be a better fit. Refer to our Teen Skincare Guide for full details.
No. It does not contain any ingredients currently flagged under Dermatocare's internal evaluation criteria. Refer to our Ingredients Under Review Guide for full database benchmarks.
No. It does not contain ingredients currently flagged for environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, or aquatic toxicity under Dermatocare's database criteria. Refer to our Environmental Screening Guide for full evaluation benchmarks.
Ingredient list
Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Triethanolamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Niacinamide, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Menthol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Panthenol, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Citrus Sinensis (Blood Orange) Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Fragrance, CI 15985, CI 19140
Source: https://www.dotandkey.com/products/vitamin-c-e-gel-facewash
Date: 31 August 2026
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