Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Wash away the day with Soothing Cleansing Oil , our high-performance cleanser that gently melts away makeup and powerfully nourishes skin, featuring Kukui Nut, Sunflower Seed, Olive and Jojoba Oils.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl laurate, isohexadecane, peg-12 diisostearate, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-8 diisostearate) 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Zingiber officinale root extract, Jasminum officinale flower wax + 2 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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Isopropyl palmitate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateIsohexadecane~4–6.1%
- 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 IsohexadecaneTriisostearin~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triethylhexanoin~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearatePeg-8 diisostearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-8 diisostearateAleurites moluccanus seed oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Aleurites moluccanus seed oilPeg-12 diisostearate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Help oil and water mix together
More about Peg-12 diisostearateBisabolol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilDipentaerythrityl tri-polyhydroxystearate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–1.1%
- 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 oilSodium palmitoyl proline~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyldihydrojasmonate~0.4–0.9%
Zingiber officinale root extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractGlycerin~0.4–0.95%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 glycolNymphaea alba flower extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolJasminum officinale flower wax~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Jasminum officinale flower waxYeast extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractGlyceryl laurate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateOlea europaea fruit oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePentylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilDipropylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolWater~0.1–0.45%
Linalool~0.1–0.35%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCi 75120~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Isopropyl palmitate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Isohexadecane, Triisostearin, Triethylhexanoin, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-8 diisostearate, Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Peg-12 diisostearate, Bisabolol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Dipentaerythrityl tri-polyhydroxystearate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sodium palmitoyl proline, Methyldihydrojasmonate, Zingiber officinale root extract, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Nymphaea alba flower extract, Tocopherol, Jasminum officinale flower wax, Yeast extract, Glyceryl laurate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Pentylene glycol, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Dipropylene glycol, Water, Linalool, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 75120
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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.
| Bobbi BrownSoothing Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | M.A.C CosmeticsHyper Real Fresh Canvas Cleansing Oil | Tom FordPurifying Cleansing Oil | CliniqueTake The Day Off Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | $45.50 | $40.94−$4.56 | — | $31.00−$14.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 10 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Evening Primrose Oil | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 2Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Safety Assessment of PEG Diesters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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