M.A.C Cosmetics Cleanse Off Oil Make-Up Remover
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CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Cleanse Off Oil Make-Up Remover”
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil + 2 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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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateOlea europaea fruit oil~5.5–8.2%
- 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 oilPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateSqualane~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.8–4.3%
- 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 oilTriticum vulgare germ oil~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilOryza sativa germ oil~1.6–2.5%
Tocopherol~0.85–1.25%
- 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 TocopherolChamomilla recutita flower oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilCitrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilOenothera biennis oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilWater~0.1–0.35%
Rosa canina fruit oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Squalane, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Oryza sativa germ oil, Tocopherol, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Water, Rosa canina fruit oil, Limonene
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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.
| M.A.C CosmeticsCleanse Off Oil Make-Up RemoverYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCAREMake Up Remover Oil | AMPLEURLuxury De-Age Cleansing Oil | CureExtra Oil Cleansing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | $6.63 | $54.20 | $39.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ubiquinone | Agran Oil | Ceramide Ng |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5Biological Activities and Safety of Citrus spp. Essential Oilsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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