Elemental Herbology Facial Cleansers Harmonising Cleanse Facial Oil
Works for
CleansingC12-13 pareth-3, Laureth-4Cleanses gently
“Facial Cleansers Harmonising Cleanse Facial Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (c12-13 pareth-3, laureth-4) 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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Limonene + 4 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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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilC12-13 pareth-3~6.3–9.5%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateMauritia flexuosa fruit oil~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilLaureth-4~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Citrus grandis peel oil~1.9–2.8%
- 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 oilSilica dimethyl silylate~1.6–2.4%
Butyl avocadate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilLimonene~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneRubus idaeus seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilTocopherol~0.45–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%
- 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 oilCamellia sinensis leaf~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Green tea leaf powder that might contain antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis leafCitronellol~0.15–0.6%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilGeraniol~0.1–0.4%
Linalool~0.1–0.35%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitatePropyl gallate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateIngredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, C12-13 pareth-3, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Laureth-4, Citrus grandis peel oil, Silica dimethyl silylate, Butyl avocadate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Limonene, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Tocopherol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Camellia sinensis leaf, Citronellol, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Geraniol, Linalool, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Propyl gallate, Unknown
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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.
| Elemental HerbologyFacial Cleansers Harmonising Cleanse Facial OilYOUR PRODUCT | SolverxCleansing Oil | PayotMilky Cleansing Oil | PalmersCocoa Butter Formula Cleansing Oil Face | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | — | — | $16.96 | $8.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate | Mineral Oil | Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Laureths 4 and 23journals.sagepub.com
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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