Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingPentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Infused with a Korean Herbal Oil Complex, this powerful oil cleanser cleanses skin of pore clogging impurities without leaving any residue.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (dextrin palmitate, glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, peg-8 isostearate, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Gently exfoliates skin and purifies pores”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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C12-15 alkyl benzoate~22–34%
- 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 tetraethylhexanoate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateIsopropyl palmitate~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitatePentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.9–4.4%
- 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 triglyceridePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearatePeg-8 isostearate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together. Can work as a cleanser
More about Peg-8 isostearateCocos nucifera oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilParfum~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDextrin palmitate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitateLimonene~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGlyceryl behenate/eicosadioate~0.5–1.2%
Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateSqualane~0.45–1.05%
- 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 SqualaneLinalool~0.35–0.8%
Water~0.35–0.8%
Butylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 glycolPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilPinus koraiensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sesamum indicum seed oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCamellia japonica seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- 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 oilCoix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus unshiu peel extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Castanea crenata shell extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Spirodela polyrhiza extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus mume seed extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera seed extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Isopropyl palmitate, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-8 isostearate, Cocos nucifera oil, Parfum, Dextrin palmitate, Limonene, Glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Squalane, Linalool, Water, Butylene glycol, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Pinus koraiensis seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Castanea crenata shell extract, Spirodela polyrhiza extract, Prunus mume seed extract, Nelumbo nucifera seed extract
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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.
| SulwhasooGentle Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | LANEIGEPerfect Pore Cleansing Oil | Etude HouseReal Art Cleansing Oil Moisture | innisfreeMoisturizing cleansing oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | $13.00 | — | $15.17+$2.17 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Marshmallow Root Extract | Triethylhexanoin | Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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