Farmacy Beauty Green Clean Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Green Clean Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sorbitan sesquioleate.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Carica papaya fruit extract + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateHelianthus annuus seed oil~5–7.5%
- 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 oilPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~3.1–4.7%
Helianthus annuus seed wax~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxPolyglyceryl-10 dioleate~2.4–3.7%
Stearyl behenate~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Stearyl behenateC10-18 triglycerides~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesPolyhydroxystearic acid~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidMoringa oleifera seed oil~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractEruca sativa leaf extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carica papaya fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Zingiber officinale root oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
More about Zingiber officinale root oilLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.2–0.8%
Brassica campestris seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris seed oilSorbitan sesquioleate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCananga odorata flower oil~0.2–0.75%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Stearoyl glutamic acid~0.3–0.7%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.8%
- 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 triglycerideGlyceryl laurate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateTocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolLecithin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinChromium oxide greens~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citral~0.05–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Stearyl behenate, C10-18 triglycerides, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Eruca sativa leaf extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Zingiber officinale root oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Brassica campestris seed oil, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Stearoyl glutamic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl laurate, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Chromium oxide greens, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Farmacy BeautyGreen Clean Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | MILK MAKEUPHydro Ungrip Cleansing Balm | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $18.00 | $42.53+$24.53 | $43.00+$25.00 | $17.20−$0.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Algae Extract | Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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