Le Labo Facial Cleansing Oil Basil
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Facial Cleansing Oil Basil”
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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
0 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Greasy, not cleansing, heavy
Ingredients
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Olea europaea fruit oil~22–34%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~5.5–8.2%
- 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 oilPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearatePentylene glycol~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolArgania spinosa kernel oil~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilSclerocarya birrea seed oil~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilEthylhexylglycerin~1.1–1.6%
Water~0.85–1.3%
Parfum~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolBht~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Olea europaea fruit oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Unknown, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Pentylene glycol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Tocopherol, Bht, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Le LaboFacial Cleansing Oil BasilYOUR PRODUCT | ISDINEssential Cleansing | Placentor VégétalCleansing Oil Make-Up Remover | AMPLEURLuxury De-Age Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $34.79 | $9.06 | $54.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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