Sepai Cleanse Cleansing Balm and Energy Bloom Infusion
Works for
CleansingSucrose laurate, Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanse Cleansing Balm and Energy Bloom Infusion”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, sucrose laurate, sucrose stearate) 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.
Anti-blemishGluconolactone ~0.35–0.8%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Helping to maintain moisture levels, which helps with oily skin and clogged pores, the detoxifying cleanser unleashes potent antioxidant powers to intercept daily environmental assaults that cause skin harm and damage.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena flower water + 5 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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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~3.4–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinWater~4.3–6.5%
Sucrose laurate~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateSalvia hispanica seed oil~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
More about Salvia hispanica seed oilCandida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and preserve the product formulation
More about Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate fermentOlea europaea fruit oil~1.5–2.2%
- 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 oilMagnesium aspartate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateZinc gluconate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateCopper gluconate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateSucrose stearate~0.6–1.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumRosa damascena flower water~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterLavandula angustifolia flower water~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Propanediol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGluconolactone~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneGlycerin~0.35–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinVaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCitrus nobilis fruit extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Centella asiatica extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Centella asiatica extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractCitrus grandis fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Faex extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Faex extractTriticum vulgare germ extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
More about Triticum vulgare germ extractWater~0.1–0.35%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Calcium gluconate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.01–0.05%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Sucrose laurate, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, Olea europaea fruit oil, Magnesium aspartate, Zinc gluconate, Copper gluconate, Sucrose stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Rosa damascena flower water, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Propanediol, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Centella asiatica extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Faex extract, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Water, Potassium sorbate, Calcium gluconate, Sodium benzoate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| SepaiCleanse Cleansing Balm and Energy Bloom InfusionYOUR PRODUCT | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanser | Estelle and ThildEstelle Thild BioCleanse Micellar Cleansing Water | SVRSEBIACLEAR Micellar Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 52% | 50% |
| Price | — | — | $20.39 | $11.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 1 of 13 | 1 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Myristyl Myristate | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Cetrimonium Bromide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 33 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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