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Lumene Nordic C [Valo] Pure Glow Cleansing Balm
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Laureth-3 + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Effortlessly melting onto skin, the velvety cleansing balm efficiently removes impurities and makeup without leaving a greasy residue, leaving skin feeling refreshed and clarified.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (laureth-3, laureth-7 citrate, mipa-laureth sulfate, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate) 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 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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C10-18 triglycerides~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateEthylhexyl palmitate~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateButyrospermum parkii butter~2.9–4.4%
- 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 butterLaureth-3~1.8–2.8%
Mipa-laureth sulfate~1.5–2.2%
Glyceryl dibehenate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isopropyl palmitate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateLaureth-7 citrate~0.9–1.35%
Hydrogenated olive oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isododecane~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneOlea europaea fruit oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilParfum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumRubus chamaemorus seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract that can have some anti-oxidant properties. It helps to preserve product formulations and improve their smell. It can be irritating
More about Rubus chamaemorus seed oilTocopherol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolOlea europaea oil unsaponifiables~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olea europaea oil unsaponifiablesPhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- 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 oilAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateDisteardimonium hectorite~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteLactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene carbonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.4%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractLimonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
C10-18 triglycerides, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Laureth-3, Mipa-laureth sulfate, Glyceryl dibehenate, Isopropyl palmitate, Laureth-7 citrate, Hydrogenated olive oil, Isododecane, Olea europaea fruit oil, Parfum, Rubus chamaemorus seed oil, Tocopherol, Olea europaea oil unsaponifiables, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Propylene carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| LumeneNordic C [Valo] Pure Glow Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | SEPHORA COLLECTIONClean Skin Cleansing Balm with Postbiotics + Squalane | AvrilBaume démaquillant | Eu'GeniaEssence of Lavender Shea Butter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 29% |
| Price | $14.41 | $16.47+$2.06 | $13.43−$0.98 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Adansonia Digitata Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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