Julep Vitamin E Hydrating Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Vitamin E Hydrating Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover”
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi peel oil, Rosmarinus officinalis extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Vitis vinifera seed oil~30–44%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilOlea europaea fruit oil~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.9–5.9%
- 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 triglyceridePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateRosa canina fruit oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilCitrus paradisi peel oil~1.3–2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopheryl acetate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHibiscus abelmoschus extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- 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 oilTocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Vitis vinifera seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Rosa canina fruit oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Hibiscus abelmoschus extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis extract
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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.
| JulepVitamin E Hydrating Cleansing Oil + Makeup RemoverYOUR PRODUCT | haruharu USBlack Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil | Indeed LabsWatermelon Melting Balm | ISDINEssential Cleansing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 30% |
| Price | $22.00 | $22.00 | $8.37−$13.63 | $34.69+$12.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Oryza Sativa Bran Oil | Polyglycerin-3 | Isopropyl Myristate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: IOPE Moist Cleansing OilDHC Olive Concentrate Cleansing Oil
Product summary
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Julep" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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