Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Cleansing Balm Rich Moist”
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~23–34%
- 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~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateHydrogenated sunflower seed oil~4.9–7.3%
Ethyl isostearate~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Synthetic wax~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxHelianthus annuus seed wax~2.2–3.3%
- 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 dimer dilinoleate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Volcanic soil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.4–2%
- 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 oilMicrocrystalline wax~0.95–1.45%
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractBioflavonoids~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arnica montana flower extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractBrassica oleracea italica extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractCynara scolymus leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractDiglucosyl gallic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.3–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acetateWater~0.15–0.65%
Propanediol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~0.1–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Unknown, Hydrogenated sunflower seed oil, Ethyl isostearate, Synthetic wax, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Phytosteryl isostearyl dimer dilinoleate, Volcanic soil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Microcrystalline wax, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Bioflavonoids, Arnica montana flower extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Diglucosyl gallic acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Unknown, Water, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Parfum, 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.
| LululunCleansing Balm Rich MoistYOUR PRODUCT | Geek GorgeousMini Mighty Melt Mini | CeraVeMakeup Removing Cleanser Balm | GarnierErase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Vitamin C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | $29.07 | $8.94−$20.13 | $11.68−$17.39 | $14.99−$14.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Oleyl Erucate | Ceramide Np | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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