Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-6 diisostearateCleanses gently
“Purifying Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-6 diisostearate) 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?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Paraffinum liquidum~23–35%
- 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 liquidumIsopropyl myristate~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateDicaprylyl carbonate~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateMaris aqua~2–3%
Sea water~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterPeg-6 diisostearate~1.3–1.9%
Glycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinTocopheryl acetate~0.55–1.35%
- 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 acetateEthyl oleate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethyl oleate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It derives from an oleic acid. In skincare, it is used to soften the upper layer of the skin, improve the product texture and smell
More about Ethyl oleateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–1.2%
- 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 triglycerideWater~0.2–0.75%
Butylene 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 glycolCamellia sinensis leaf powder~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Artemia extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zooplankton extract that can attract water to the upper level of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Artemia extractPolyquaternium-51~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Ingredient list view
Paraffinum liquidum, Isopropyl myristate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Maris aqua, Sea water, Peg-6 diisostearate, Glycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Ethyl oleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Butylene glycol, Camellia sinensis leaf powder, Artemia extract, Polyquaternium-51
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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.
| Laura MercierPurifying Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | skintificCentella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover | innisfreeJeju Volcanic Blackhead Out Balm | Erno LaszloPhelityl Pre Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | $28.58 | $6.32 | $77.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 1 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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