Works for
CleansingSorbeth-30 tetraisostearateCan be harsh
“OIL OBSESSED Oil Cleanser”
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilCoconut alkanes~6.5–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesPentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateSorbeth-30 tetraisostearate~3.3–4.9%
Squalane~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCoco-caprylate/caprate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateWater~1.4–2%
Tocopherol~1–1.6%
- 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 TocopherolBorago officinalis seed oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilCucumis sativus seed oil~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilSea salt~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Sea saltMaris sal~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salParfum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Coconut alkanes, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 tetraisostearate, Squalane, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Water, Tocopherol, Borago officinalis seed oil, Cucumis sativus seed oil, Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sea salt, Maris sal, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| bareMineralsOIL OBSESSED Oil CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Erno LaszloPhelityl Pre Cleansing Oil | Laura MercierCleansing Oil | Estée LauderAdvanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-Infusion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | — | $78.06 | $45.51 | $46.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Rosemary Extract | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | 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.
- 1Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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