Glow Recipe Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingSorbitan oleateCan be harsh
“Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
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.
ExfoliationPapainNot delivered
“Papaya Enzymes: Smooth, resurface, and soothe skin.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Carica papaya fruit extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateSorbitan oleate~7.5–11.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleatePrunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilPolyethylene~3.9–5.9%
Water~2.7–4%
Camellia japonica seed oil~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilCarica papaya seed oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carica papaya fruit extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Papain~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractFragaria ananassa fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alkanna tinctoria root extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capsicum annuum fruit extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Pepper extract. Might be able to help neutralize free radicals
More about Capsicum annuum fruit extractMaltodextrin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.35–0.75%
- 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 triglycerideLevulinic acid~0.1–0.45%
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Sorbitan oleate, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Polyethylene, Water, Camellia japonica seed oil, Carica papaya seed oil, Carica papaya fruit extract, Papain, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Fragaria ananassa fruit extract, Alkanna tinctoria root extract, Capsicum annuum fruit extract, Maltodextrin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Levulinic acid, Pentylene glycol, Sodium metabisulfite
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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.
| Glow RecipePapaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | HoliFrogKissimmee Vitamin F Cleansing Balm | Rhodepineapple refresh — big | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 27% |
| Price | $32.00 | $37.70+$5.70 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Vitamin E | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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