e.l.f. Cosmetics Makeup Remover Balm
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Olive oil peg-7 esters + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Makeup Remover Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (olive oil peg-7 esters, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, sorbitan olivate) 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: Citrus paradisi seed oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Works for my normal to dry skin. I have not had ANY irritation from this cleansing balm, and I have fairly sensitive, but normal, skin. It gets sunscreen and/or makeup off my face, and doesn’t dry or strip my moisture barrier. Excellent price, too. We’ll see how it works over cold winter weather. 🤔🤔
Ingredients
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Hydrogenated polydecene~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCetyl ethylhexanoate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateWater~4.8–7.2%
Ozokerite~3.8–5.7%
Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateOlive oil peg-7 esters~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Olive oil peg-7 estersPolyethylene~1.9–2.8%
Sunflower seed oil/hydrogenated sunflower seed oil esters~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan olivate~0.85–1.25%
Citrus paradisi seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- 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 extractPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Butylene glycol~0.01–0.1%
- 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 glycolIngredient list view
Hydrogenated polydecene, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Unknown, Water, Ozokerite, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Olive oil peg-7 esters, Polyethylene, Unknown, Sunflower seed oil/hydrogenated sunflower seed oil esters, Sorbitan olivate, Citrus paradisi seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene glycol
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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.
| e.l.f. CosmeticsMakeup Remover BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Geek GorgeousMini Mighty Melt Mini 40ml | CeraVeMakeup Removing Cleanser Balm | RURUBERRYGENTLE FRESH CLEANSING GEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 29% | 29% | 29% |
| Price | $10.88 | $9.09−$1.79 | $11.68+$0.80 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Oleyl Erucate | Ceramide Np | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Kanebo Freeplus Oil Serum CleansingSK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 2 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 2
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