Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-6 isostearateCleanses gently
“Lactostep Cleansing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-6 isostearate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus limon juice + 1 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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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 palmitateTriethylhexanoin~7.8–11.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearatePolyethylene~3.9–5.9%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.1–4.7%
- 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-6 isostearate~2.1–3.2%
Enterococcus faecalis~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-51~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Trisodium ascorbyl palmitate phosphate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Yogurt~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractButylene glycol~0.5–1.15%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–1%
Candelilla cera~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.2–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolMicrocrystalline wax~0.15–0.6%
Citrus limon juice~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Water~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Triethylhexanoin, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Polyethylene, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-6 isostearate, Enterococcus faecalis, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Polyquaternium-51, Trisodium ascorbyl palmitate phosphate, Yogurt, Citrus limon fruit extract, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Candelilla cera, Tocopherol, Microcrystalline wax, Citrus limon juice, Water, Phenoxyethanol, 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.
| SANALactostep Cleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Dove JapanCleansing Balm Juicy Peach | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | BOTTLE WORKSKimeshiro Melty Cleansing Balm Clear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | $23.00 | $36.30+$13.30 | $17.20−$5.80 | $30.20+$7.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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