Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl stearate, polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate) 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~22–33%
- 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 triglyceridePrunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilEthylhexyl olivate~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl olivateGlyceryl stearate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePolyglyceryl-10 tristearate~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed wax~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxTrihydroxystearin~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinSqualane~1.4–2.1%
- 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 SqualanePolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoatePolyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.6–1.4%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylatePolyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleateVanilla planifolia fruit oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.35–0.75%
Water~0.35–0.8%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholOlea europaea fruit unsaponifiables~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearalkonium hectorite~0.15–0.65%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
Propylene carbonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateGlyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHelianthus annuus extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractTocopherol~0.05–0.3%
- 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 Tocopherol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.25%
Bisabolol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 BisabololIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Ethylhexyl olivate, Glyceryl stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 tristearate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Trihydroxystearin, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, Vanilla planifolia fruit oil, Oryza sativa bran extract, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Olea europaea fruit unsaponifiables, Stearalkonium hectorite, Phenethyl alcohol, Propylene carbonate, Glyceryl caprylate, Helianthus annuus extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Tocopherol, 1,2-hexanediol, Bisabolol
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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.
| DIMECleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | BeautySpaceAnsigtsrensen | Indeed LabsWatermelon Melting Balm | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | $28.00 | — | $8.37−$19.63 | $42.53+$14.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 1 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Polyglycerin-3 | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
- 3Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gelpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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