e.l.f. Cosmetics Makeup Remover Fragrance-Free Wipes
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CleansingCeteareth-20, Cetearyl alcohol + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Makeup Remover Fragrance-Free Wipes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-12, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polysorbate 20, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~3.5–5.3%
- 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 juiceCetearyl isononanoate~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateCeteareth-20~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Cetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.6%
- 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 alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.4–2.1%
- 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 stearateCeteareth-12~1.1–1.6%
Cetyl palmitate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitatePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPolysorbate 20~0.45–1.05%
Propylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cetearyl isononanoate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl palmitate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Polysorbate 20, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid
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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 Fragrance-Free WipesYOUR PRODUCT | SimpleBiodegradable Age Resisting Cleansing Wipes | SuperdrugEssential Cleansing Face Wipes - Fragrance Free | e.l.f. CosmeticsMakeup Remover Cleansing Cloths Single Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $4.12 | $1.33 | $5.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 8 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | — |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: PCA SKIN Makeup Removing WipesALASTIN Skincare Ultra Calm Cleansing Cream
Product summary
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "e. L. F. " is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 8.89$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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