Works for
CleansingSorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Cera albaCleanses gently
“INFINESSE Smastretch Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Equisetum arvense extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~23–34%
- 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 oilZea mays germ oil~9.7–14.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Ethylhexyl palmitate~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateSynthetic wax~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxCera alba~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaParfum~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPentylene glycol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAcetyl tetrapeptide-2~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-2Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateBeta-carotene~0.85–1.25%
Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractEquisetum arvense extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Equisetum arvense extractTilia europaea flower/leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.5–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.5–1.15%
- 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 acetateButylene glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolDextran~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranGlycine soja oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilWater~0.35–0.85%
Benzyl benzoate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitrus aurantium peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexamethylindanopyran~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.5%
Juniperus virginiana oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.3%
Linalyl acetate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Zea mays germ oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Synthetic wax, Cera alba, Parfum, Pentylene glycol, Acetyl tetrapeptide-2, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Beta-carotene, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Tilia europaea flower/leaf extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Butylene glycol, Dextran, Glycine soja oil, Water, Benzyl benzoate, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Hexamethylindanopyran, Hexyl cinnamal, Juniperus virginiana oil, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl acetate, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
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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.
| AlbionINFINESSE Smastretch Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | PÜRMelt Away Gel | CliniqueTake The Day Off™ Charcoal Cleansing Balm | Estée LauderAdvanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-Infusion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 35% | 33% |
| Price | — | — | $32.12 | $43.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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