Works for
CleansingCera alba, Polyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearateCleanses gently
“Treat your complexion to Balance Me's Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm ; a 100% natural, oil-based formula that works to exfoliate, polish and brighten skin without stripping moisture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, polyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Treat your complexion to Balance Me's Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm ; a 100% natural, oil-based formula that works to exfoliate, polish and brighten skin without stripping moisture.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil + 7 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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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCera alba~5.6–8.4%
- 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 albaAvena sativa kernel flour~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourButyrospermum parkii butter~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterMangifera indica seed butter~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterPolyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate~2.1–3.2%
Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides~1.8–2.7%
Theobroma cacao seed butter~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterRosa canina fruit oil~1.2–1.9%
- 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 oilCamellia oleifera seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilAleurites moluccanus seed oil~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Aleurites moluccanus seed oilCocos nucifera oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilRubus chamaemorus seed extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilCitrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilCoriandrum sativum seed oil~0.4–0.95%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.3–0.7%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- 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 oilRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolLimonene~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Citral~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cera alba, Avena sativa kernel flour, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Mangifera indica seed butter, Polyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate, Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Rosa canina fruit oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Rubus chamaemorus seed extract, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Coriandrum sativum seed oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Tocopherol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol
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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.
| Balance MeCleanse Smooth Face BalmYOUR PRODUCT | AvrilBaume démaquillant | LINNÉNURTURE face and body balm | AntipodesGrapeseed Butter Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | — | $13.43 | $74.00 | $33.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil | Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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