Works for
CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Cera albaCleanses gently
“Essential 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, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate) 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Geranium maculatum oil, Citronellol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~22–33%
- 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 triglyceridePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePolyamide-8~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cera alba~3.7–5.6%
- 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 albaBeeswax~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 BeeswaxSilica~2–3.1%
Vitis vinifera seed oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHippophae rhamnoides fruit extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractRosa canina fruit oil~0.95–1.4%
- 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 oilTocopherol~0.5–1.2%
- 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 TocopherolPelargonium graveolens extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geranium maculatum oil~0.35–0.8%
Bisabolol~0.2–0.75%
- 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 BisabololCitronellol~0.1–0.5%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- 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 oilGeraniol~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Citral~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polyamide-8, Cera alba, Beeswax, Silica, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Phenoxyethanol, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Tocopherol, Pelargonium graveolens extract, Geranium maculatum oil, Bisabolol, Citronellol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral
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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.
| Alpha-HEssential Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | Kate SomervilleDeliKate Soothing Cleanser | JUMISOD-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 27% | 27% | 27% |
| Price | — | $42.53 | $13.23 | $16.93 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Algae Extract | Anhydroxylitol | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Abundance of active ingredients in sea-buckthorn oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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