Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Diisostearyl malate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Refreshing Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (diisostearyl malate, polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Helps purify and exfoliate dead skin 3.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 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 ethylhexanoateIsopropyl palmitate~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateTriethylhexanoin~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.4–5.1%
- 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 triglyceridePolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~2.2–3.3%
Cocos nucifera oil~2–3%
- 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 oilPolyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~1.4–2.1%
Diisostearyl malate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malatePolyglyceryl-6 caprylate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylateParfum~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater~0.5–1.2%
Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/capratePyrus malus seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can contain essential oil that can be irritating. Can help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Pyrus malus seed oilPyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractButylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl palmitate, Triethylhexanoin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Cocos nucifera oil, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Diisostearyl malate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Parfum, Water, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Pyrus malus seed oil, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| innisfreeRefreshing Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Mary&MayRice Glutathione LHA Cleansing Oil | ILLIYOONGentle Deep Cleansing Oil | BIODANCECollagen Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 32% |
| Price | — | $16.25 | $21.40 | $15.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Lactic Acid | Oligopeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 3Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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