Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Sorbitan isostearateCleanses gently
“AGtheory Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, sorbitan isostearate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus junos fruit extract, Alcohol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- 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 oilGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.4–6.6%
- 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 triglycerideWater~3.1–4.7%
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateSorbitan isostearate~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateRumex occidentalis extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbic acid~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAscorbyl glucoside~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideHydrolyzed rice bran extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might contain an active compound orthosilicic acid that could be helpful to regulate the level of pigment in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Hydrolyzed rice bran extractGentiana scabra root extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aesculus turbinata seed extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plantago asiatica seed extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saxifraga stolonifera water~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus junos fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus junos fruit extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractGlucosyl hesperidin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateTocopherol~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 TocopherolButylene glycol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 glycolSodium chloride~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMaltodextrin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinAlcohol~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Sorbitan isostearate, Rumex occidentalis extract, Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucoside, Hydrolyzed rice bran extract, Gentiana scabra root extract, Unknown, Aesculus turbinata seed extract, Plantago asiatica seed extract, Saxifraga stolonifera water, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Citrus junos fruit extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Glucosyl hesperidin, Unknown, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Maltodextrin, Alcohol, Parfum
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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.
| AxxziaAGtheory Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | ISDINEssential Cleansing | Madara CosmeticsÖljypohjainen puhdistusvoide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 40% | 38% |
| Price | — | $15.94 | $34.79 | $24.57 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Isopropyl Myristate | Vitamin E |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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