Works for
CleansingSucrose laurateCan be harsh
“Absolution Cleansing Balm cleanses, removes makeup, helps to correct minor imperfections and evens out skin tone.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol, Arnica montana flower extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Cocos nucifera oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilGlycerin~4.6–7%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus hybrid oil~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus hybrid oilButyrospermum parkii butter~3.9–5.9%
- 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 butterWater~2.6–3.9%
Calendula officinalis flower water~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose laurate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateMacadamia integrifolia seed oil~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilTaraktogenos kurzii seed oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAlcohol~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTocopherol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTanacetum annuum flower/leaf/stem oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arnica montana flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractLavandula latifolia herb oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilPelargonium graveolens oil~0.1–0.4%
Linalool~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Cocos nucifera oil, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus hybrid oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Water, Calendula officinalis flower water, Sucrose laurate, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Taraktogenos kurzii seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Alcohol, Tocopherol, Tanacetum annuum flower/leaf/stem oil, Arnica montana flower extract, Lavandula latifolia herb oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Linalool
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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.
| AbsolutionLe Baume Celeste Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | LOUMBe Calm Cleansing Balm | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | — | $23.58 | $42.78 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Sitosterol | Cbd | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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