Works for
CleansingPoloxamer 184, Benzalkonium chlorideCan be harsh
“Oil-free, bi-phased liquid gently dissolves stubborn waterproof and long-wear makeup from all over the face including the sensitive eye area.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: benzalkonium chloride.
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AlcoholMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cyclopentasiloxane~6.9–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDipropylene glycol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPoloxamer 184~2.5–3.7%
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium chloride~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTetrasodium edta~1.3–2%
Dipotassium phosphate~1.1–1.6%
Benzalkonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Also used as a preservative. Can be irritating
More about Benzalkonium chlorideCitric acid~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAllantoin~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinGlycerin~0.35–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about AlcoholPropylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractTocopherol~0.01–0.05%
- 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 TocopherolPotassium phosphate~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipropylene glycol, Poloxamer 184, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium chloride, Tetrasodium edta, Dipotassium phosphate, Benzalkonium chloride, Citric acid, Allantoin, Glycerin, Alcohol, Propylene glycol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Tocopherol, Potassium phosphate
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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.
| CetaphilGentle Waterproof Makeup RemoverYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaOil-Free Liquid Eye Makeup Remover Solution | UltraceuticalsUltra B2 Micellar Solution | Paula's choiceGentle Touch Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | $6.97 | — | — | $15.20+$8.23 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Poloxamer 182 | Niacinamide | Glycyrrhetinic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Löwengrip Clean & Calm - Micellar WaterElizabeth Arden All Gone Eye and Lip Makeup Remover
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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