Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 80, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A cleansing oil that visibly helps diminish signs of ageing and provides an exhilarating, peachy clean freshness.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-4 caprylate/caprate, polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate, polysorbate 80) 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.
ExfoliationMandelic acid, Salicylic acidWorks well
“Salicylic Acid and Mandelic Acid gently exfoliate and help reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin texture and pores.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: mandelic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Mandelic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: mandelic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus paradisi seed oil + 2 more — 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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C12-15 alkyl benzoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateC13-16 isoparaffin~6.5–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is mostly used to dissolve other ingredients. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might be comedogenic when used in high concentrations
More about C13-16 isoparaffinPolysorbate 80~3.4–5.2%
Glycine soja oil~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilPersea gratissima oil~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilCitrus limon peel oil~1.7–2.5%
Citrus paradisi seed oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus junos peel oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mandelic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps shed the upper layer of dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing smoother, brighter skin. It can help to reduce hyperpigmentation. It has anti-bacterial properties, and might help to reduce blemishes, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. It is considered to be gentler than glycolic acid
More about Mandelic acidSalicylic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidWater~0.3–0.7%
Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate~0.15–0.5%
Polyglyceryl-4 caprylate/caprate~0.1–0.4%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
C12-15 alkyl benzoate, C13-16 isoparaffin, Polysorbate 80, Glycine soja oil, Persea gratissima oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus paradisi seed oil, Citrus junos peel oil, Mandelic acid, Salicylic acid, Water, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprylate/caprate, 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.
| Peter Thomas RothAnti-Aging Makeup Removing Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | UriageXémose Anti-Itch Soothing Oil Balm + Cleansing Soothing Oil | Karin HerzogProfessional Cleansing Cream | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 78% | 76% |
| Price | — | — | — | $100.93 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Mineral Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Rodan + Fields REVERSE Deep Exfoliating CleanserNeutrogena Ultra Light Face Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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