Works for
CleansingPeg-6 glyceryl isostearate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Cleansing Balm Black”
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-6 glyceryl isostearate, polyhydroxystearic acid, 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.
ExfoliationPapainNot delivered
“It has 5 functions: makeup remover, cleansing, exfoliating, massaging, moisturizing.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus junos fruit extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearatePeg-6 glyceryl isostearate~4–6%
Synthetic wax~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxBentonite~2.2–3.3%
Charcoal~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~1.4–2%
Vinegar~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.95–1.45%
- 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~0.6–1.4%
- 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~0.5–1.2%
- 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 eopHydrolyzed collagen~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenSoluble collagen~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenButyrospermum parkii butter~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterProtease~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lipase~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme that breaks down and helps remove oil (sebum or other oils). It could damage the skin barrier in the same way that surfactants do
More about LipaseSqualane~0.4–0.9%
- 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 SqualaneVaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCitrus junos fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus junos fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractLactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Papain~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainButylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 glycolWater~0.15–0.65%
Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPhytosphingosine~0.35–0.8%
- 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 PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateCarbomer~0.15–0.7%
- 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 CarbomerMaltodextrin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGlycerin~0.2–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinTocopherol~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 TocopherolParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-6 glyceryl isostearate, Synthetic wax, Unknown, Bentonite, Charcoal, Unknown, Water, Vinegar, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Hydrolyzed collagen, Soluble collagen, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Protease, Lipase, Squalane, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citrus junos fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Unknown, Unknown, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Papain, Butylene glycol, Water, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Carbomer, Maltodextrin, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Parfum
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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.
| CLAYGECleansing Balm BlackYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeMakeup Removing Cleanser Balm | Banila CoClean it Zero Cleansing Balm Firming | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $11.68 | $25.00 | $17.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 19 | 5 of 19 | 3 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Jojoba Oil | Panthenol | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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