Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Bifesta Cleansing Balm Bright Up”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-8 glyceryl isostearate, polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate) 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: Citrus reticulata peel extract, Polianthes tuberosa extract + 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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetyl ethylhexanoate~5.7–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSynthetic wax~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~2–3%
Peg-8 glyceryl isostearate~1.7–2.5%
Water~1.3–1.9%
Microcrystalline wax~1.1–1.6%
Citrus reticulata peel extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products
More about Citrus reticulata peel extractPolianthes tuberosa extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilDipteryx odorata bean extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.55%
- 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 acetateTriethyl citrate~0.1–0.35%
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.3%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Synthetic wax, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Peg-8 glyceryl isostearate, Water, Microcrystalline wax, Citrus reticulata peel extract, Unknown, Polianthes tuberosa extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Unknown, Unknown, Dipteryx odorata bean extract, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Triethyl citrate, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| MandomBifesta Cleansing Balm Bright UpYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | JUNO SKINClean 10 Cleansing Balm | Banila CoClean It Zero Cleansing Balm Vita-Pumpkin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $17.49 | $14.96 | $21.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Polysorbate 85 | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oilsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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