Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate, Cera alba + 2 moreCleanses gently
“This gentle black balm cleanses without stripping, removing all make-up, even waterproof mascara, to leave skin feeling soft and hydrated.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, sodium cocoyl glutamate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedCetearyl ethylhexanoate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateGlyceryl stearate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateSilt~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cera alba~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaSqualane~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneStearyl heptanoate~1.6–2.4%
Cetearyl alcohol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPrunus domestica seed extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamatePhenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.7%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.7%
- 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~0.15–0.6%
Malpighia punicifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fruit extract that might help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Malpighia punicifolia fruit extractWater~0.1–0.4%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.35%
Phospholipids~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsLinalool~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
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl stearate, Silt, Cera alba, Squalane, Stearyl heptanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Prunus domestica seed extract, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Unknown, Water, Malpighia punicifolia fruit extract, Water, Dehydroacetic acid, Phospholipids, Linalool, 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.
| OmoroviczaThermal Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Ren SkincareRosa Centifolia No.1 Purity Cleansing Balm | ELEMISPro-Collagen Water Mint Cleansing Balm | PUPA MilanoMidnight Eraser Make-up Removing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 31% | 30% |
| Price | $33.00 | $26.60−$6.40 | $74.07+$41.07 | $22.27−$10.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Wheat Germ Oil | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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