PINKWONDER Neroli Brightening Oil Balm Cleanser
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CleansingSucrose palmitate, Sucrose stearateCleanses gently
“Neroli Brightening Oil Balm Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sucrose palmitate, sucrose stearate) 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract + 2 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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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateGlycerin~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinC12-15 alkyl benzoate~4.6–6.8%
- 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 benzoateIsopropyl palmitate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateIsopropyl myristate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateHydrogenated polyisobutene~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneWater~1.6–2.4%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.6–2.4%
- 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 triglycerideSucrose palmitate~1.3–1.9%
Sucrose stearate~1.1–1.6%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oil1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.15%
Citrus aurantium amara flower extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance for its citrus smell. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower extractSqualane~0.5–1.15%
- 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 SqualaneSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilNiacinamide~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideMadecassic acid~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidAsiaticoside~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidBisabolol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractTocopherol~0.1–0.4%
- 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~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Isopropyl palmitate, Isopropyl myristate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sucrose palmitate, Sucrose stearate, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract, Squalane, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Niacinamide, Madecassic acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Bisabolol, Centella asiatica extract, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| PINKWONDERNeroli Brightening Oil Balm CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumMulti-Calm Cream Cleanser | TONYMOLYWonder Ceramide Mochi Gentle Foam Cleanser | IOPEBio Conditioning Oil in Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 71% | 68% | 67% |
| Price | $35.00 | $15.80−$19.20 | $15.00−$20.00 | $32.00−$3.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 9 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Madecassoside | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Biological Activities and Safety of Citrus spp. Essential Oilsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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