AXIS Biome Resetting Moringa Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateCleanses gently
“Biome Resetting Moringa Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (isohexadecane, 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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · RetinolWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Galactomyces ferment filtrateWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower oil, Retinol + 1 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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsopropyl palmitate~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateIsohexadecane~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.9–4.3%
- 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 triglyceridePropylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isododecane~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneEthylhexyl pelargonate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Moringa oleifera seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- 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 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 oilCalendula officinalis flower oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilGlycine soja oil~0.4–0.95%
- 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 oilRetinol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolGalactomyces ferment filtrate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateLactobacillus ferment~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentBifida ferment lysate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateSaccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentSaccharomyces ferment filtrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtratePentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePentylene glycol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolWater~0.15–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 linoleate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A relative of vitamin E (Tocopherol). It can have an anti-oxidant effect in skin and/or to stabilize the product fromulation. It could be irritating but most of the reported allergy and irritation cases appeared in one geographic location (Switzerland) in 1992, and might be due to the quality issues in manufacturing of a particular batch of the ingredient
More about Tocopheryl linoleateCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.35%
Juniperus virginiana oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilCedrus atlantica bark oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amyris balsamifera bark oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Copaifera officinalis resin~0.1–0.45%
Pogostemon cablin oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isopropyl palmitate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Isohexadecane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Isododecane, Ethylhexyl pelargonate, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Glycine soja oil, Retinol, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus ferment, Bifida ferment lysate, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Pentylene glycol, Water, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl linoleate, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Juniperus virginiana oil, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Copaifera officinalis resin, Pogostemon cablin oil
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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.
| AXISBiome Resetting Moringa Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCARERetinol Smoothing Cream Cleanser | Cleaning SupplyRetinol 24 + Peptide Face Wash, Smoothing, Sulfate-Free | ClarityRxBalm It Off Nutrient Rich Pre-Cleanse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 65% | 62% |
| Price | $16.10 | — | — | $41.00+$24.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 12 | 1 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed | Mineral Oil | Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| 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 26 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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