Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-blemish
- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Citrus Clean Balm & Makeup Melt
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people ammonium lauryl sulfate.
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.
Helps water and oil mix together
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Helps oil and water mix together
Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
, Rosemary Leaf Oil Visibly tones skin and improves the look of congested pores.
Source: Sephora CA
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
, Apple Fruit Extract A powerful antioxidant containing natural malic acid AHA that nourishes skin.
Source: Sephora CA
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.
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Exfoliation | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 25/100.
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Key Actives
Helps water and oil mix together
A plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Potential irritants
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
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
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
Comedogenic ingredients
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
All ingredients
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
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
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
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
A plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
Ingredient list view
Isodecyl neopentanoate, Isononyl isononanoate, Peg-10 isostearate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Synthetic wax, Trihydroxystearin, Sorbitan olivate, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Canarium luzonicum gum nonvolatiles, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Acacia senegal gum, Curcuma longa root extract, Maltodextrin, Water, Rosa canina fruit oil, Butylene glycol, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Unknown, Ammonium laureth sulfate
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