Shu Uemura Porefinist² Sakura Refreshing Cleansing Oil Renewal
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Anchor your double cleanse with this lightweight yet powerful cleansing oil from Shu Uemura, which instantly lifts dirt, impurities and makeup residue from skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl stearate citrate, polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, polyglyceryl-2 oleate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate) 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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredients — 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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsopropyl myristate~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~3–4.4%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.6–5.5%
- 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 triglyceridePolyglyceryl-10 dioleate~2.4–3.6%
Dicaprylyl ether~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherDicaprylyl carbonate~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonatePolyglyceryl-2 oleate~1.1–1.7%
Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.9–1.35%
Parfum~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSalicylic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidWater~0.35–0.75%
Undecane~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneButylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- 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 glycolTocopherol~0.2–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolCitronellol~0.2–0.75%
Tridecane~0.2–0.7%
Linalool~0.15–0.55%
Geraniol~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGlycine soja oil~0.15–0.6%
- 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 oilCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glyceryl stearate citrate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHydrolyzed rice extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that is claimed to be helpful in moisturizing and lightening the skin, but evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed rice extractPrunus serrulata flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.4%
- 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 oilIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isopropyl myristate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Dicaprylyl ether, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Polyglyceryl-2 oleate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Parfum, Salicylic acid, Water, Undecane, Butylene glycol, Tocopherol, Citronellol, Tridecane, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Glycine soja oil, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Unknown, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hydrolyzed rice extract, Prunus serrulata flower extract, Helianthus annuus seed 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.
| Shu UemuraPorefinist² Sakura Refreshing Cleansing Oil RenewalYOUR PRODUCT | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | Marie FreshOil-to-milk Cleanser For Oily Skin | L'Oréal ParisAge Perfect Anti-Fatigue Cleansing Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 64% | 62% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Glycerin | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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