Elemental Herbology Skincare Heroes
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CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-6 olivate + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Gently cleanse and refine skin with this luxurious milk cleanser, rich in AHA's and skin-brightening botanicals to stimulate cell turnover for a radiant and nourished complexion.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-6 olivate, cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate) 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Retinyl palmitate + 6 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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Rosa damascena flower water~29–35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterWater~13–16%
Dimethicone~6.6–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateTheobroma cacao seed butter~3.1–3.8%
- 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 butterArgania spinosa kernel oil~2.5–3%
- 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 oilCetearyl alcohol~2–2.4%
- 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 alcoholCeteareth-6 olivate~1.7–2.1%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneGlyceryl stearate~1.3–1.6%
- 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 stearateGlycerin~1.1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~0.9–1.15%
- 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 oilRosa canina fruit oil~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilPanthenol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSoluble collagen~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenPearl powder~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderUbiquinone~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneRoyal jelly~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Royal jellyOenothera biennis oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilAvena strigosa seed extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panicum miliaceum seed extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malpighia glabra fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Malpighia glabra fruit extractLecithin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinRetinyl palmitate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitatePeg-100 stearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCetearyl glucoside~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosidePelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilOryzanol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An anti-oxidant that helps stabilize product formulations. Might help neutralise free radicals in skin
More about OryzanolArginine~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineMaris sal~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salTocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.65%
- 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 acetateDisodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Maltodextrin~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Tannic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateCitral~0.2–0.35%
Citronellol~0.2–0.4%
Geraniol~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Rosa damascena flower water, Water, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-6 olivate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Panthenol, Soluble collagen, Pearl powder, Ubiquinone, Royal jelly, Oenothera biennis oil, Avena strigosa seed extract, Panicum miliaceum seed extract, Malpighia glabra fruit extract, Lecithin, Retinyl palmitate, Peg-100 stearate, Cetearyl glucoside, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Oryzanol, Arginine, Maris sal, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tannic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Citral, 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 HerbologySkincare HeroesYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueAll-in-One Cleansing Micellar Milk + Makeup Remover | JUMISOD-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk | BootsIngredients Squalane Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $29.00 | $17.22 | $6.71 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 20 | 5 of 20 | 5 of 20 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Adenosine | Squalane |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Adorn Cosmetics Natural Soothing Cleansing Milk | RefillableMontbrun Cleansing Milk Organic
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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