Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-blemish
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Green Clean Cleansing Balm
Source: Sephora CA
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.
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
without stripping...breakouts
Source: Sephora CA
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 37/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
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
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
Potential irritants
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
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
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
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
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
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
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
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
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
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
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
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
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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