Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Buy Dr Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil , Korean Skincare”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
Anti-blemishMelia azadirachta leaf extractNot delivered
“Does not contain Mineral which has high chance of clogging pores and regular surfactants.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 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 palmitateIsopropyl myristate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.8–5.6%
- 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 triglycerideCetyl ethylhexanoate~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilWater~1.5–2.2%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilMelia azadirachta leaf extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractAmber powder~0.3–0.7%
Curcuma longa root extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- 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 oilMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid
More about Plukenetia volubilis seed oilHouttuynia cordata extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilVigna radiata seed extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bean extract that in theory might help to reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are missing
More about Vigna radiata seed extractEucalyptus globulus leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateIsopropyl palmitate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateGlycerin~0.1–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 glycolCeramide np~0.15–0.5%
- 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 np1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- 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, Isopropyl myristate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Water, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Amber powder, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Houttuynia cordata extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Vigna radiata seed extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Isopropyl palmitate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Ceramide np, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 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.
| Dr. AltheaGentle Pore Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | skintificCentella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover | ISDINEssential Cleansing | EyenlipPH Cica Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 32% |
| Price | — | $28.58 | $34.28 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Sunflower Seed Oil | Madecassic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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