CeraVe Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Carbomer + 6 moreCleanses gently
“Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl lactylate, xanthan gum) 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?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
3 of 3 community members would buy it again.
Most effective makeup/spf remover that doesn’t irritate my skin or burn my eyes
Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePolyethylene~4.3–6.5%
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateWater~3.1–4.7%
Ceramide np~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCarbomer~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTriethyl citrate~0.45–1.1%
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateCholesterol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%
- 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 oilPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhytosphingosine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineXanthan gum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolysorbate 20~0.05–0.2%
Benzoic acid~0.05–0.2%
Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearatePpg-26-buteth-26~0.05–0.2%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Polyethylene, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Water, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Carbomer, Triethyl citrate, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Cholesterol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan gum, Polysorbate 20, Benzoic acid, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil
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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.
| CeraVeMakeup Removing Cleanser BalmYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | Drunk ElephantE-RASE™ Clean Cleansing Micellar Water | Bubble SkincareSoft Launch Hydrating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 28% | 27% |
| Price | $11.68 | $14.57+$2.89 | $28.05+$16.37 | $10.71−$0.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 9 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Vitamin E | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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