Works for
CleansingSorbeth-30 tetraoleateCan be harsh
“Coconut Moisturizing 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 9 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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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateEthylhexyl palmitate~5.7–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4–6%
- 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 triglycerideSynthetic wax~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxC13-15 alkane~2.1–3.2%
Cocos nucifera oil~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCitrus grandis peel oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilMelia azadirachta leaf extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLitsea cubeba fruit oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractLavandula hybrida oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilPogostemon cablin oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amber powder~0.4–0.95%
Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilMentha arvensis leaf oil~0.35–0.8%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- 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 extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.2–0.75%
- 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 extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- 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 oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractAzadirachta indica leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha arvensis extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Trihydroxystearin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolWater~0.15–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Synthetic wax, C13-15 alkane, Cocos nucifera oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Lavandula hybrida oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Amber powder, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Azadirachta indica leaf extract, Mentha arvensis extract, Trihydroxystearin, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, 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.
| Hue.CalmCoconut Moisturizing Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | CliniqueTake The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm | Mary&MayRice Glutathione LHA Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 33% |
| Price | $25.92 | $17.20−$8.72 | $32.21+$6.29 | $16.53−$9.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Estée Lauder Advanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-InfusionNACIFIC Fresh Herb Origin Cleansing Oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Melia azedarachmdedge.com
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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