Argentum Apothecary la lune de velours Nourishing Oil Milk Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSucrose palmitateCan be harsh
“la lune de velours is a deeply nourishing oil milk cleanser that leaves skin feeling cushioned, supple and visibly healthier, delivering hydration whilst effectively removing make-up.”
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~7–10.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilGlycerin~4.9–7.4%
- 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 GlycerinColloidal silver~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose palmitate~2.8–4.1%
Water~1.8–2.7%
Tocopheryl acetate~1.3–1.9%
- 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 acetateCitric acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium dna~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~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~0.05–0.25%
Eugenol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Glycerin, Colloidal silver, Sucrose palmitate, Water, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Potassium sorbate, Sodium dna, Limonene, Linalool, Eugenol
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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.
| Argentum Apothecaryla lune de velours Nourishing Oil Milk CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | EltaMDOil-In-Gel Cleanser | ScientiaPeachy Clean Milky Oil Cleanser | BiodermaAtoderm Ultimate Daily Nourishing Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $34.00 | $32.08 | $17.55 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Sunflower Seed Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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