Kose Softymo Clear Pro Cleansing Balm Cica Black Hot
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Isostearic acidCleanses gently
“Softymo Clear Pro Cleansing Balm Cica Black Hot”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (isostearic acid, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zeolite~44–54%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~5.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateTriethylhexanoin~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinPropylene glycol dicaprate~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylene glycol dicaprateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3–3.6%
- 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 triglycerideParaffinum liquidum~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateSynthetic wax~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxIsopropyl myristate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateSilica dimethyl silylate~1.2–1.5%
Silica~1.2–1.4%
Centella asiatica leaf extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractTocopherol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 TocopherolButylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- 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 glycolBht~0.5–0.8%
Dipropylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolIsostearic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidDimethicone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSqualane~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCeramide ng~0.3–0.55%
- 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 ngWater~0.2–0.4%
Charcoal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumZinc oxide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideIron oxides~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Zeolite, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Triethylhexanoin, Propylene glycol dicaprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Paraffinum liquidum, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Synthetic wax, Isopropyl myristate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Silica, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Bht, Dipropylene glycol, Isostearic acid, Dimethicone, Squalane, Ceramide ng, Water, Charcoal, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Zinc oxide, Iron oxides
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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.
| KoseSoftymo Clear Pro Cleansing Balm Cica Black HotYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenCeramide Replenishing Cleansing Oil | AlbionINFINESSE Deep Suction Cleansing Milk | grace & stellacleansing balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 34% | 32% |
| Price | — | $23.81 | — | $18.24 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2 | Synthetic Beeswax |
| Irritancy | Medium | High | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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