Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-10 laurateCan be harsh
“balm cleanser”
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?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed oil~5.5–8.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHelichrysum italicum flower extract~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorella vulgaris powder~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractElettaria cardamomum seed oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus ferment lysate filtrate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sapindus rarak fruit extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.45–1.05%
Tocopherol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtratePopulus tremuloides bark extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Unknown, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Helichrysum italicum flower extract, Chlorella vulgaris powder, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Elettaria cardamomum seed oil, Lactobacillus ferment lysate filtrate, Sapindus rarak fruit extract, Water, Tocopherol, Unknown, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| Josh RosebrookEssential Balm CleanseYOUR PRODUCT | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | A-DERMAGel nettoyant calmant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 30% | 26% |
| Price | $50.00 | $23.58−$26.42 | $42.53−$7.47 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Sitosterol | Algae Extract | Zinc Coceth Sulfate |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Aveeno Daily Care Baby Wipes x72Evereden Steer Clear Balancing Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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