marie veronique Pure + E.O. Free Oil Cleanser
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CleansingSucrose cocoate, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Marie Veronique Pure + E.O. Free Oil Cleanser is microbiome-friendly and essential oil-free.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, sucrose cocoate, xanthan gum) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Non-stripping, to gently resurface and smooth skin w/ OMEGA-6 OILS+SOD.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~6–9%
- 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 oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.2–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilWater~3.3–4.9%
Sucrose cocoate~2.3–3.4%
Decyl glucoside~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSambucus nigra fruit extract~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra fruit extractXanthan gum~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopherol~0.5–1.2%
- 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 TocopherolBeta-sitosterol~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolSuperoxide dismutase~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
More about Superoxide dismutaseGalactooligosaccharides~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-glucan~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanGanoderma lucidum extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractGlycerin~0.1–0.4%
- 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 GlycerinSqualene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.05–0.15%
- 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 filtrateMaltodextrin~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinIngredient list view
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Water, Sucrose cocoate, Decyl glucoside, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Superoxide dismutase, Unknown, Galactooligosaccharides, Beta-glucan, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycerin, Squalene, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Maltodextrin
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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.
| marie veroniquePure + E.O. Free Oil CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | GlossierMilky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup Remover | EvolueGentle Cleanser Makeup Remover - evolue | The Garden Of WisdomDaily Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $65.00 | $23.58−$41.42 | $42.00−$23.00 | $26.15−$38.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 2 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | Cera Alba | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 33 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Assessment report on Sambucus nigra L., fructusema.europa.eu
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