Embryolisse Waterproof Make-up Remover Milk

Embryolisse Waterproof Make-up Remover Milk

Efficacy100/100IrritancyLow

Works for

Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Cetyl alcohol + 3 more
Cleanses gently
What the product description says
“Waterproof Make-up Remover Milk”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, cetyl alcohol, polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, polyglyceryl-6 distearate, sodium stearoyl glutamate) 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.

Polyglyceryl-6 distearateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin~1.7–2.6%
Cetyl alcoholEffect: HighA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~1.5–2.3%
Sodium stearoyl glutamateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.85–1.3%
Cera albaEffect: HighForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen~0.2–0.8%
Polyglyceryl-3 beeswaxEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)~0.2–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
12 flagged ingredients
Low risk
We flag 12 ingredients with irritancy potential; the product's overall irritancy is low. The table lists each ingredient's own rating.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Polyglyceryl-6 distearateHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skinMedium~1.7–2.6%est.
HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~1–1.45%est.
Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.85–1.3%est.
Jojoba estersAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier functionMedium~0.55–1.25%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.45–1%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.7%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.35–0.8%est.
Polyglyceryl-3 beeswaxHelps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)Medium~0.2–0.75%est.
Cera albaForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergenMedium~0.2–0.8%est.
Boerhavia diffusa root extractA plant extract that might help reduce inflammation and neutralize free radicalsMedium~0.1–0.35%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.1–0.35%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf extractTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.1–0.35%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
1 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~0.3–0.75%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~5–7.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Ethylhexyl stearate~3.8–5.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Glycerin~2.8–4.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Butylene glycol~2.1–3.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Polyglyceryl-6 distearate~1.7–2.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Cetyl alcohol~1.5–2.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

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Sclerotium gum~1.2–1.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

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Hydroxyacetophenone~1–1.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.85–1.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Jojoba esters~0.55–1.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function

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Citric acid~0.45–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.3–0.75%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Cera alba~0.2–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingCleansing

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

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Beeswax~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

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Boerhavia diffusa root extract~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help reduce inflammation and neutralize free radicals

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Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Ingredient list view

Water, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Ethylhexyl stearate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Cetyl alcohol, Sclerotium gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Jojoba esters, Citric acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cera alba, Beeswax, Boerhavia diffusa root extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract

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