Works for
CleansingPeg-30 lanolin, Cetearyl alcohol + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanser: The first balm formula of its kind - cleanses, tones, decongests, exfoliates and removes all traces makeup, in one swift step.”
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-30 lanolin, peg-75 lanolin) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Cleanser: The first balm formula of its kind - cleanses, tones, decongests, exfoliates and removes all traces makeup, in one swift step.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Paraffinum liquidum~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumPeg-30 lanolin~4.9–7.3%
Cetearyl alcohol~2.9–4.4%
- 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 alcoholBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Aluminum stearate~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to help evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in a formulation
More about Aluminum stearateTheobroma cacao seed butter~2.2–3.3%
- 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 butterPeg-75 lanolin~1.7–2.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChamomilla recutita flower oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilEugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
More about Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilBht~0.1–0.35%
Eugenol~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Paraffinum liquidum, Peg-30 lanolin, Cetearyl alcohol, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Aluminum stearate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Peg-75 lanolin, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Unknown, Bht, Eugenol, Limonene
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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.
| Eve LomIconic Cleanse OrnamentYOUR PRODUCT | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | innisfreeJeju Volcanic Blackhead Out Balm | DermalexPsoriasis Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $24.00 | $34.80+$10.80 | $6.32−$17.68 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Replenishing Cleansing Oilskintific Centella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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