Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Coconut Facial Cleansing Oil”
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Linalool, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Paraffinum liquidum~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumCaprylic/capric triglyceride~9.5–14.2%
- 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 triglycerideIsopropyl palmitate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl 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 IsododecaneEthylhexyl stearate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCocos nucifera oil~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilTocopherol~0.5–1.1%
- 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 TocopherolLinalool~0.2–0.7%
Parfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Paraffinum liquidum, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl palmitate, Isododecane, Ethylhexyl stearate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Cocos nucifera oil, Tocopherol, Linalool, Parfum
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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.
| NiveaCoconut Facial Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | skintificCentella Deep Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover | BiodermaSensibio Milk | innisfreeJeju Volcanic Blackhead Out Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | — | $28.89 | $21.00 | $6.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Fructooligosaccharides | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Paul & Joe Cleansing CreamElizabeth Arden Ceramide Replenishing Cleansing Oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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