Skinfood Egg White Perfect Pore Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Egg White Perfect Pore Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (egg yolk extract, oleth-7, peg-10 isostearate, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, polysorbate 80, sorbeth-30 tetraoleate) 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-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.1–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needs + 1 moreUnder-dosed
“Removes makeup, dirt, and blackheads while refining pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 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 palmitatePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateIsopropyl myristate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.8–5.7%
- 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 triglycerideC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoatePentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateCetyl ethylhexanoate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePeg-10 isostearate~1.3–2%
Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sorbeth-30 tetraoleateBis-ethoxydiglycol cyclohexane 1,4-dicarboxylate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateWater~0.45–1.05%
Parfum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumOlea europaea fruit oil~0.45–1%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- 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 oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilEgg yolk extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help moisturize the skin
More about Egg yolk extractAlbumen extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 80~0.3–0.75%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSolanum lycopersicum fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oleth-7~0.15–0.6%
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractSalicylic acid~0.1–0.4%
- 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 acidSulfur~0.1–0.35%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Isopropyl myristate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-10 isostearate, Sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, Bis-ethoxydiglycol cyclohexane 1,4-dicarboxylate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Water, Parfum, Olea europaea fruit oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Egg yolk extract, Albumen extract, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Oleth-7, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Salicylic acid, Sulfur, Tocopherol
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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.
| SkinfoodEgg White Perfect Pore Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | HANYULKorean Artemisia Soothing Cleansing Oil | Colleen Rothschild BeautyPurifying Cleanser | Shu UemuraPorefinist² Sakura Refreshing Cleansing Oil Renewal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 73% | 70% |
| Price | $13.28 | $28.00+$14.72 | $102.38+$89.10 | $33.55+$20.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 2 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 4Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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