Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-10 isostearate + 1 moreCan be harsh
“Product name: Bellflower 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sorbitan sesquioleateMedium 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 ethylhexanoatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.6–6.9%
- 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~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxPeg-10 isostearate~2.6–3.9%
Guaiazulene~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazulenePanthenol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPlatycodon grandiflorus root extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eclipta prostrata extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractTocopherol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.55–1.3%
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- 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 extractSorbitan sesquioleate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateGlycerin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- 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 oil1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.6%
Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extractCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractViola mandshurica flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.1–0.3%
Pantolactone~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Synthetic wax, Peg-10 isostearate, Guaiazulene, Panthenol, Platycodon grandiflorus root extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Glycerin, Moringa oleifera seed oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Viola mandshurica flower extract, Water, Pantolactone
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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.
| hwarang'Bellflower Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | DEZI SKINSkin So Balm Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm | Lion PosePep Melt Cleansing Barrier Balm with Peptides, Ceramides, and Colloidal Oatmeal | |
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| Match | — | 44% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $25.00 | $17.20−$7.80 | $39.00+$14.00 | $35.00+$10.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Jojoba Oil | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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