Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover

Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Cleansing
Peg-12 laurate, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate + 2 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, peg-12 laurate, polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, 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.

Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside

Peg-12 laurateEffect: High~2.8–4.2%
Polyglyceryl-2 isostearateEffect: High~1.8–2.7%
Decyl glucosideEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating~1.3–2%
Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~0.95–1.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
2 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol
Medium risk
We flagged 4 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Decyl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~1.3–2%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.45–1.05%est.
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.35–0.8%est.
Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.95–1.45%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Butylene glycol~3.9–5.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Peg-12 laurate~2.8–4.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Paraffinum liquidum~2.5–3.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

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Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate~1.8–2.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Isononyl isononanoate~1.6–2.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

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Decyl glucoside~1.3–2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate~0.95–1.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Ppg-9 diglyceryl ether~0.55–1.25%
Formula
Parfum~0.45–1.05%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Alcohol~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

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

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Peg-12 laurate, Paraffinum liquidum, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, Isononyl isononanoate, Decyl glucoside, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Ppg-9 diglyceryl ether, Parfum, Alcohol, Tocopherol

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.

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    Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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    Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover
BioreAqua Jelly Makeup Remover

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