Beer and Sake in Foaming Cleansers: Marketing vs. Function and Alcohol Content
Question
What is the purpose of adding beer and sake to a foaming cleanser, and what are their actual benefits or potential side effects, particularly regarding the alcohol content like Ethyl Alcohol found in sake?
Answer
Beer and sake are products of fermentation, not single chemical names.
Based on the information received, beer and sake used in foaming cleanser products are often part of a marketing strategy, with actual ingredients potentially added in very small amounts.
Sake contains a high amount of alcohol, and the alcohol commonly used in cosmetics is Ethyl Alcohol (or Ethanol), which acts as a solvent in various formulations. However, using it in large quantities can dry out the skin and cause irritation in the long run.
Therefore, the main substance related to the alcohol content in sake is Ethyl Alcohol. Other compounds in beer and sake are complex and are not typically used as primary active ingredients for skin benefits in these products.
