Kopari Beauty Ceramide Grinding Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate + 1 moreCan be harsh
“Ceramide Grinding 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 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetyl ethylhexanoate~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~3.9–5.8%
Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~3.9–5.9%
Synthetic wax~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxOlea europaea fruit oil~2.2–3.3%
- 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 oilGlyceryl caprylate~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterEthylhexylglycerin~1.1–1.7%
Tocopherol~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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.6–1.4%
- 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 oilCeramide np~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.45–1.1%
- 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 extractOenothera biennis oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilRosa canina fruit oil~0.4–1%
- 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 oilHippophae rhamnoides oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.
More about Hippophae rhamnoides oilLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.35–0.85%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terpineol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gamma-decalactone~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilEthyl butyrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Dimethyl heptenal~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.1–0.35%
- 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 oilMentha viridis leaf oil~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Synthetic wax, Olea europaea fruit oil, Glyceryl caprylate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ceramide np, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Oenothera biennis oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Terpineol, Gamma-decalactone, Cymbopogon martini oil, Ethyl butyrate, Maltol, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Dimethyl heptenal, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, 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.
| Kopari BeautyCeramide Grinding Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | BIODANCECollagen Cleansing Oil | Banila CoClean it Zero Cleansing Balm Firming | TatchaCleansers The Indigo Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 24% | 19% | 19% |
| Price | $36.00 | $16.06−$19.94 | $25.00−$11.00 | $39.00+$3.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 1 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Oligopeptide-1 | Phytosphingosine | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Tatcha US DEV Indigo Cleansing BalmFancl oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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- 6Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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