Works for
CleansingSorbeth-30 tetraoleateCan be harsh
“Allows mild and thorough cleansing with soft and fluffy premium balm texture, which turns from balm to oil, and to milk texture.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 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 ethylhexanoateSorbeth-30 tetraoleate~6.8–10.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateEthylhexyl palmitate~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsododecane~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneIsononyl isononanoate~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateSynthetic wax~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxSilica dimethyl silylate~1.7–2.5%
Hydrogenated coconut oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Hydrogenated vegetable oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilParfum~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTrihydroxystearin~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinTocopherol~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 TocopherolWater~0.45–1.1%
Propanediol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~0.4–0.9%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 glycolLactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractSaccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and can help attract water to its upper layers
More about Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.4%
Soluble collagen~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenSodium dna~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isododecane, Isononyl isononanoate, Synthetic wax, Silica dimethyl silylate, Hydrogenated coconut oil, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Parfum, Trihydroxystearin, Tocopherol, Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Lactobacillus/pear juice ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Saccharomyces/barley seed ferment filtrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Soluble collagen, Sodium dna
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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.
| mixsoonCollagen Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Mary&MayRice Glutathione LHA Cleansing Oil | Fancloil | S. NatureAqua Rice Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | — | $16.25 | $21.71 | $18.13 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Diglycerin | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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