Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Hydrogenated lecithinCleanses gently
“Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hydrogenated lecithin, 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: Parfum, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~4.4–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateHydrogenated castor oil dimer dilinoleate~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated polydecene~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydecenePolyethylene~2.8–4.1%
Helianthus annuus seed wax~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxPhytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Microcrystalline wax~0.9–1.3%
Tocopheryl 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 acetateTocopherol~0.5–1.15%
- 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~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater~0.35–0.8%
Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilGlycerin~0.35–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCanola oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilHydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Phenethyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Daucus carota sativa seed oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractBeta-carotene~0.15–0.55%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- 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 oilMaltodextrin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinHydrolyzed royal jelly protein~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 glycolIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Hydrogenated castor oil dimer dilinoleate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Polyethylene, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Methylparaben, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Microcrystalline wax, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Parfum, Water, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Canola oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Beta-carotene, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed royal jelly protein, Butylene glycol
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
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.
| LululunCleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeMakeup Removing Cleanser Balm | MinonAmino Moist Milky Cleansing Gel | OriginsOriginal Skin Cleansing Makeup Remover Jelly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 20% | 19% | 19% |
| Price | — | $11.68 | — | $29.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Alanine | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Kanebo Freeplus Oil Serum Cleansingskintific Centella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.