Works for
CleansingPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Cetearyl alcohol + 8 moreCleanses gently
“Soft and gentle on skin, this cleansing oil balm removes makeup residues and dirt while providing skin with moisture thanks to its naturally-derived oil extracts from bergamot, marjoram and chamomile.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylic/capric glycerides, cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl olivate, glyceryl behenate, glyceryl stearate, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sorbitan olivate, sorbitan stearate, stearic acid, xanthan gum) 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 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 ethylhexanoateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.4–6.6%
- 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 triglyceridePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~3.2–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateWater~3.5–5.2%
Cetearyl alcohol~2.6–3.8%
- 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 alcoholEthylhexyl palmitate~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateBeeswax~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 BeeswaxCetearyl olivate~1.1–1.6%
Stearic acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidButyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterOlea europaea fruit oil~0.5–1.1%
- 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 oilSorbitan olivate~0.35–0.85%
Trihydroxystearin~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinGlyceryl behenate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateVp/eicosene copolymer~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin
More about Vp/eicosene copolymerSorbitan stearate~0.2–0.7%
Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.75%
- 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 stearateCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilPhytosterols~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about Phytosterols1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolMyristoyl/palmitoyl oxostearamide/arachamide mea~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric glycerides~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric glyceridesCitrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.4%
Cedrus atlantica bark oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilXanthan gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- 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 oilCananga odorata flower oil~0.1–0.3%
Vetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMadecassoside~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideCeramide np~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAscorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidMoringa oleifera seed extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Moringa oleifera seed extractGlycerin~0.1–0.45%
- 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 GlycerinTriticum vulgare sprout extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolEucalyptus globulus leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- 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, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Beeswax, Cetearyl olivate, Stearic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Olea europaea fruit oil, Sorbitan olivate, Trihydroxystearin, Glyceryl behenate, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Sorbitan stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Phytosterols, 1,2-hexanediol, Tocopherol, Myristoyl/palmitoyl oxostearamide/arachamide mea, Caprylic/capric glycerides, Citrus limon peel oil, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Xanthan gum, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Ceramide np, Ascorbic acid, Moringa oleifera seed extract, Glycerin, Triticum vulgare sprout extract, Butylene glycol, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, 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.
| Real BarrierCleansing Oil BalmYOUR PRODUCT | the Torriden StoreBalanceful Cica Cleansing Gel | LeadersCalming Biotics Gel Cleanser | COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | — | $4.09 | $22.00 | $9.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 19 | 3 of 19 | 2 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Madecassic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Adorn Cosmetics Natural Soothing Cleansing Milk | RefillableJUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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