Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Ultime 8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil”
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-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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Linalool, Geraniol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
It's my holy grail cleansing oil, I'll repurchase as long as i have the money. The ingredient list is long.. i know, and there's fragrance in it, which I always avoid , but this cleansing oil is truly special. It does not strip your skin at all, leave it silky smooth, takes off waterproof makeup like magic, and does not blurr or hurt your eyes when you use it to take off mascara or eyeliner (waterproof too!).
Ingredients
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Zea mays germ oil~39–59%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Ethylhexyl palmitate~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4–6%
- 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 triglycerideIsopropyl myristate~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePolyglyceryl-10 dioleate~2.1–3.1%
Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~1.7–2.6%
Polyglyceryl-2 oleate~1.5–2.2%
Limnanthes alba seed oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLinalool~0.6–1.35%
Squalane~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCamellia japonica seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilIsopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinateCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilDicaprylyl ether~0.3–0.75%
- 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~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolGeraniol~0.1–0.4%
Glycine soja oil~0.1–0.5%
- 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 oilGlyceryl 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 citrateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.1–0.5%
- 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 butterPhospholipids~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsPanax ginseng root extract~0.1–0.35%
- 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 extractBambusa vulgaris extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Zea mays germ oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-2 oleate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Squalane, Camellia japonica seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Dicaprylyl ether, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Tocopherol, Geraniol, Glycine soja oil, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Phospholipids, Panax ginseng root extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Citric acid, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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 UemuraUltime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Kiehl'ss Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil | ISDINEssential Cleansing | Estée LauderAdvanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-Infusion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $54.53 | $21.50−$33.03 | $34.69−$19.84 | $43.10−$11.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 11 | 2 of 11 | 2 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Evening Primrose Oil | Sunflower Seed Oil | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| 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.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 3
- 4Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
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