Remedy Derm Dissolve Cleansing Balm

Remedy Derm Dissolve Cleansing Balm

Efficacy75/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Cleansing
Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate + 1 more
Can be harsh
What the product description says
“Derm Dissolve Cleansing Balm”
From product name

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.

It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sorbitan sesquioleate.

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.

Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together~8.9–13.3%
Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprateEffect: High~2.7–4%
Sorbitan sesquioleateEffect: HighUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating~0.1–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Sorbitan sesquioleate
Medium risk
We flagged 5 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Sorbitan sesquioleateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.
Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product textureMedium~22–33%est.
Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~8.9–13.3%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~5.3–8%est.
Centella asiatica extractA 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.Medium~2–2.9%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture

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Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate~8.9–13.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~5.3–8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Synthetic wax~3.9–5.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~2.7–4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Centella asiatica extract~2–2.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Reduces rednessMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

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.

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Ceramide np~1.8–2.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.5–2.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Camellia sinensis extract~0.5–1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.5–1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation

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Curcuma longa root oil~0.15–0.7%
Formula
Sorbitan sesquioleate~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ingredient list view

Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Synthetic wax, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Centella asiatica extract, Ceramide np, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Camellia sinensis extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Curcuma longa root oil, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Phenoxyethanol

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