Works for
CleansingCera albaCan be harsh
“What it is: A luxurious multitasking makeup remover, cleanser, and mask that transforms from a lightweight butter to oil, leaving skin nurtured and hydrated.”
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?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 12 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sesamum indicum seed oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilOlea europaea fruit oil~5.1–7.6%
- 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 oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.6–6.9%
- 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 oilCera alba~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaRosa rubiginosa seed oil~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss
More about Rosa rubiginosa seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.1–3.2%
- 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 oilOenothera biennis oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilCocos nucifera oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilLavandula angustifolia oil~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.85–1.3%
- 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 extractEquisetum arvense leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plantago major leaf extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractUrtica dioica leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus limon peel extract~0.35–0.8%
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.35–0.75%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractRosa canina fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractRosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.05–0.3%
Farnesol~0.05–0.2%
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Sesamum indicum seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cera alba, Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Equisetum arvense leaf extract, Plantago major leaf extract, Cymbopogon martini oil, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Urtica dioica leaf extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Citronellol, Farnesol, Citral
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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.
| lilah b.Aglow Cleansing Butter MiniYOUR PRODUCT | Inlight BeautyFace Cleanser | Wander BeautyB.O.M. Voyage Cleansing Balm | e.l.f. Cosmeticse.l.f. Nourishing Facial Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | — | $62.91 | $29.99 | $19.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Sea Buckthorn Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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