Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, Polyglyceryl-2 caprateCleanses gently
“Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-2 caprate, polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate) 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 2 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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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilCamellia oleifera seed oil~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilOryza sativa bran oil~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~3.8–5.7%
- 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 oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilOlea europaea fruit oil~2–2.9%
- 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 oilPolyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate~1.5–2.2%
Polyglyceryl-2 caprate~1.2–1.8%
Hippophae rhamnoides oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.
More about Hippophae rhamnoides oilFucus vesiculosus extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Taraxacum officinale leaf extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Curcuma longa root extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCucurbita pepo seed oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cucurbita pepo seed oilCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.1–0.35%
Cupressus sempervirens leaf oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Matricaria recutita flower oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant oil, can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower oilIngredient list view
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Oryza sativa bran oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Taraxacum officinale leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Tocopherol, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Cupressus sempervirens leaf oil, Matricaria recutita flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil
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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.
| f millerCleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Agent NateurHoli Cleansing Face Oil | haruharu USBlack Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil | Youngblood Mineral CosmeticsYoungblood Nourishing Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 32% |
| Price | — | $45.00 | $22.00 | $41.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Rosa Canina Seed Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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