Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCan be harsh
“Cleansing balm”
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?
Irritancy20 flagged ingredients — 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~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetyl ethylhexanoate~4.7–7.1%
- 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 triisostearateSynthetic wax~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxCitrus limon fruit extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcer saccharum sap extract~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Acer saccharum sap extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharum officinarum extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractRubus fruticosus fruit extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus fruticosus fruit extractEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractRibes nigrum fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Ribes nigrum fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractEclipta prostrata extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGeraniol~0.05–0.3%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Synthetic wax, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acer saccharum sap extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Ribes nigrum fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene
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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.
| Oce’aneCleansing balmYOUR PRODUCT | Saturday SkinMelt + Cleanse Makeup Melting Balm | Banila CoClean it Zero Cleansing Balm Firming | Geek GorgeousMini Mighty Melt Mini 40ml | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 23% | 22% | 22% |
| Price | — | $21.26 | $25.00 | $9.09 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sh-Polypeptide-8 | Phytosphingosine | Oleyl Erucate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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