Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate + 3 moreCan be harsh
“And it cleanses thoroughly- latching onto layered and hardened makeup and sun protection products.”
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Contains organic herbal honey. Prevents acne and the sebum that causes visible pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, 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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Triethylhexanoin~26–39%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinEthylhexyl palmitate~5.9–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlycerin~4.3–6.4%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateButylene glycol~2.2–3.3%
- 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 glycolWater~1.8–2.8%
Rosa roxburghii fruit extract~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
More about Rosa roxburghii fruit extractOlea europaea fruit oil~1.3–1.9%
- 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 oilSalvia officinalis leaf extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractMel~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilRoyal jelly extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractDisodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Triethanolamine~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCholeth-10~0.15–0.6%
Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.4–0.95%
Triceteareth-4 phosphate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Triceteareth-4 phosphateIsopropyl myristate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateParfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaramel~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Triethylhexanoin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Butylene glycol, Water, Rosa roxburghii fruit extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Mel, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Royal jelly extract, Disodium edta, Triethanolamine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Choleth-10, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Triceteareth-4 phosphate, Isopropyl myristate, Parfum, Caramel
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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.
| KoseDECORTE Honey DewYOUR PRODUCT | Hada laboGOKUJYUN CLEANSING OIL | KaneboKate Cleansing Oil | skintificCentella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 32% |
| Price | — | $39.00 | $26.90 | $28.89 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate | Mineral Oil | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: KUMANO COSME Reihaku Hatomugi The High Moisturizing GelDHC Olive Concentrate Cleansing Oil
Product summary
"Kose - DECORTE Honey Dew" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.30% - 6.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 51.10$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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