Elemental Herbology Purify and Soothe Cleansing Balm
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CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoateCan be harsh
“Purify and Soothe Cleansing Balm”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara peel powder, Boswellia carterii oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sesamum indicum seed oil~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~7.6–11.4%
- 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 triglycerideHydrogenated soybean oil~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Theobroma cacao seed butter~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterEuphorbia cerifera wax~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Argania spinosa kernel oil~2.6–3.9%
- 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 oilCitrus aurantium amara peel powder~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plukenetia volubilis seed oil~1.9–2.9%
- 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 oilPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.3–1.9%
- 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 extractCanola oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractNarcissus poeticus flower wax~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.95%
- 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 acetateAlthaea officinalis root extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractAngelica archangelica root oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boswellia carterii oil~0.2–0.7%
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilMaltodextrin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCitronellol~0.1–0.5%
Geraniol~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Sesamum indicum seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogenated soybean oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Citrus aurantium amara peel powder, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Canola oil, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Narcissus poeticus flower wax, Tocopheryl acetate, Althaea officinalis root extract, Angelica archangelica root oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Maltodextrin, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Elemental HerbologyPurify and Soothe Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Beauty PiePlantastic Apricot Butter Cleansing Balm | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 29% |
| Price | — | $55.55 | $42.53 | $16.93 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 1 of 7 | 1 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Lanolin | Algae Extract | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
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- 2Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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