Works for
CleansingSucrose laurateCan be harsh
“Adaptology Dry Spell Cleanser is a sunny yellow oil-based balm that gently cleanses, soothes & nourishes without any irritation.”
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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Papaya Enzymes - Gently exfoliates to reveal healthy skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycerin~4.6–6.9%
- 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 seed oil~5.2–7.8%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedSucrose laurate~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateParfum~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAdansonia digitata seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilCaryodendron orinocense seed oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Caryodendron orinocense seed oilNigella sativa seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilRosa canina fruit oil~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilHippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilPunica granatum seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Water~0.15–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolCarica papaya fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Sucrose laurate, Parfum, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Caryodendron orinocense seed oil, Nigella sativa seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Punica granatum seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Water, Tocopherol, Carica papaya fruit extract, Citric acid
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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.
| AdaptologyDry Spell CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | LOUMBe Calm Cleansing Balm | EvolveGentle Cleansing Melt | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 41% | 39% |
| Price | — | $42.78 | $24.94 | $23.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Cbd | Vitamin E | Beta-Sitosterol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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