Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-5 dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Pore Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-5 dioleate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate) 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?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil + 9 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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlycerin~4.7–7%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-5 dioleate~3.8–5.8%
Triethylhexanoin~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinWater~2.8–4.2%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylateIsostearyl alcohol~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isostearyl alcoholCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus grandis peel oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilIsopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinatePropanediol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~0.4–1%
- 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 glycolCitrus limon peel oil~0.35–0.85%
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.4–0.95%
- 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 oilOenothera biennis oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilButyl avocadate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- 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 oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- 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 oilVitis vinifera seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilSesamum indicum seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolOryza sativa bran oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- 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 extractBioflavonoids~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractBrassica oleracea italica extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.15–0.55%
Citrus limon peel extract~0.15–0.65%
Citrus nobilis peel extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi peel extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Punica granatum pericarp extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
10-hydroxydecanoic acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and slow down the water loss from its surface
More about 10-hydroxydecanoic acidSebacic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,10-decanediol~0.15–0.55%
Propyl gallate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateLecithin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-5 dioleate, Triethylhexanoin, Water, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Isostearyl alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Citrus limon peel oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Butyl avocadate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Tocopherol, Oryza sativa bran oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Bioflavonoids, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Citrus nobilis peel extract, Citrus paradisi peel extract, Punica granatum pericarp extract, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, Sebacic acid, 1,10-decanediol, Propyl gallate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lecithin, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene
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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.
| DHCPore Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Mary&MayRice Glutathione LHA Cleansing Oil | LANEIGEPerfect Renew Nourishing Oil-To-Foam Cleanser | Natura SibericaOrganic Certified Deep Cleansing Hyaluronic Oil | |
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| Match | — | 34% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $33.30 | $16.53−$16.77 | $32.00−$1.30 | $13.31−$19.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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