Kracie Naive Botanical Olive Hot Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingPeg-80 sorbitan laurate, Isohexadecane + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Wash off makeup and grime using this cleansing balm that contains olive oil and olive leaf extract to moisturize skin, and witch hazel leaf extract to firm skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, isohexadecane, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, peg-80 sorbitan laurate, polysorbate 80, sorbitan oleate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Menthol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 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 GlycerinCetyl ethylhexanoate~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateDipropylene glycol~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPeg-80 sorbitan laurate~3.6–5.3%
Bis-ethoxydiglycol cyclohexane 1,4-dicarboxylate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl palmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsononyl isononanoate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateHydrogenated polyisobutene~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneOlea europaea leaf extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractOlea europaea fruit oil~0.6–1.4%
- 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 oilSqualane~0.5–1.2%
- 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 SqualaneHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilWater~0.2–0.8%
Carbomer~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerButylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 glycolSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsohexadecane~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneTrisodium hedta~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Menthol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Polysorbate 80~0.1–0.35%
Sorbitan oleate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Glycerin, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Dipropylene glycol, Peg-80 sorbitan laurate, Bis-ethoxydiglycol cyclohexane 1,4-dicarboxylate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isononyl isononanoate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Olea europaea leaf extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Squalane, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Water, Carbomer, Butylene glycol, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Trisodium hedta, Potassium hydroxide, Menthol, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan oleate, Tocopherol, Parfum
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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.
| KracieNaive Botanical Olive Hot Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | KoseDr. Phil Cosmetics X-Barrier Treatment Washing Cream | DEZI SKINAgua Fresca Thirst Quenching Gel-Crme Moisturizer | DAISOUR GLAM Vegan Cosmetics Cleansing Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 31% |
| Price | — | $45.70 | $48.00 | $9.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Lactobacillus Ferment |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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