Works for
CleansingCetearyl alcohol, Peg-8 beeswax + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Nourishing Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, peg-60 almond glycerides, peg-8 beeswax, sorbitan 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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens oil, Citronellol + 7 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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Vitis vinifera seed oil~30–45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCetearyl alcohol~3.1–4.7%
- 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 alcoholPeg-8 beeswax~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
More about Peg-8 beeswaxSorbitan stearate~2–3%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.9–2.8%
- 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 triglycerideOlea europaea fruit oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPeg-60 almond glycerides~1–1.5%
Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.6–1.4%
Silica~0.9–1.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitronellol~0.35–0.75%
Lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinGeraniol~0.2–0.8%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateTocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- 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 oilMentha viridis leaf oil~0.1–0.4%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.25%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumRosa damascena flower extract~0.05–0.15%
Citral~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Vitis vinifera seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Peg-8 beeswax, Sorbitan stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Olea europaea fruit oil, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Citronellol, Lecithin, Geraniol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Linalool, Sorbic acid, Cananga odorata flower oil, Parfum, Rosa damascena flower extract, Citral
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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.
| ESPANourishing Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | FormulaCleansing Balm with Muslin Cloth | ELEMISPro-Collagen Naked Cleansing Balm | Emma HardieAmazing Face Moringa Light Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 43% | 38% |
| Price | $89.00 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 9 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Wheat Germ Oil | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1
- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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