Works for
CleansingGlyceryl stearate se, Decyl glucosideCleanses gently
“Melt the day away with this balm cleanser, designed to gently melt into your skin and effortlessly lift away makeup, sunscreen and impurities.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate se) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~22–34%
- 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~5.4–8%
- 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 oilGlyceryl stearate se~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seMacadamia integrifolia seed oil~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilButyrospermum parkii butter~2.9–4.4%
- 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 butterTheobroma cacao seed butter~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterHelianthus annuus seed cera~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus seed ceraDecyl glucoside~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideWater~1–1.45%
Olea europaea oil unsaponifiables~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olea europaea oil unsaponifiablesTerminalia ferdinandiana seed oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana seed oilTocopherol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolRhus verniciflua peel cera~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhus succedanea fruit cera~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Shorea robusta resin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilPelargonium graveolens oil~0.1–0.4%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCinnamomum camphora linalooliferum leaf oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glyceryl stearate se, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Decyl glucoside, Water, Olea europaea oil unsaponifiables, Terminalia ferdinandiana seed oil, Tocopherol, Rhus verniciflua peel cera, Rhus succedanea fruit cera, Shorea robusta resin, Glycine soja oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Cinnamomum camphora linalooliferum leaf oil, Chamomilla recutita flower oil
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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.
| SayaCleansing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | SEPHORA COLLECTIONClean Skin Cleansing Balm with Postbiotics + Squalane | Blue Lagoon Skin ScienceBL+ Cleansing Balm | Eye of HorusSkin Butter Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | $58.00 | $16.47−$41.53 | $42.53−$15.47 | $46.00−$12.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Jojoba Oil | Algae Extract | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
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