Works for
CleansingPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCan be harsh
“Naturals Balm To Oil Cleanser”
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?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredientsMedium 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 palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.4–8.1%
- 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 triglycerideHelianthus annuus seed oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPolyethylene~3.7–5.6%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneCaprylyl glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilTocopheryl acetate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateParfum~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumOlea europaea fruit oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPersea gratissima oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilSesamum indicum seed oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- 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 oilCocos nucifera fruit juice~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.2–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinBht~0.15–0.55%
Water~0.1–0.5%
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractCitric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.3%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Polyethylene, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Caprylyl glycol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Parfum, Olea europaea fruit oil, Persea gratissima oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Glycerin, Bht, Water, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Linalool
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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.
| PrimarkNaturals Balm To Oil CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | haruharu USBlack Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil | e.l.f. Cosmeticse.l.f. Nourishing Facial Oil | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | — | $22.00 | $19.00 | $42.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Oryza Sativa Bran Oil | Meadowfoam Seed Oil | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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