Works for
CleansingSorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCleanses gently
“Perfect Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, sorbeth-30 tetraoleate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractNot delivered
“- Pomegranate Enzyme is a fruit enzyme proven to effectively exfoliate the epidermis revealing healthy skin.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Zingiber officinale root extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateTridecyl trimellitate~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleatePolyethylene~3.8–5.7%
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCaprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglycerideButyrospermum parkii butter~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBioflavonoids~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bisabolol~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololGlycerin~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinZingiber officinale root extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractWater~0.55–1.25%
Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractBrassica oleracea italica extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractSasa quelpaertensis extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolBetaine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Tridecyl trimellitate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Polyethylene, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Bioflavonoids, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Zingiber officinale root extract, Water, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Sasa quelpaertensis extract, Propanediol, Betaine, Tocopheryl acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| 3LABPerfect Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Tula#NoMakeup Replenishing Cleansing Oil | KoseSoftymo Clear Pro Cleansing Oil | SK-IIFacial Treatment Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 28% | 28% |
| Price | — | — | $16.16 | $57.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Mineral Oil | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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