SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O. C+E Micro-Dissolve Cleansing Oil
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CleansingSorbitan oleate, Peg-10 laurate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“C.E.O. C+E Micro-Dissolve Cleansing Oil”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, peg-10 laurate, polyglyceryl-2 caprate, sorbitan oleate) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata peel oil, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract + 3 more — 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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Isoamyl laurate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateSorbitan oleate~6.6–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateIsostearyl isostearate~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
More about Isostearyl isostearateTriethylhexanoin~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinPeg-10 laurate~2.8–4.2%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–3.5%
- 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 triglycerideWater~1.6–2.4%
Decyl glucoside~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePropanediol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolyglyceryl-2 caprate~0.9–1.35%
Squalane~0.85–1.25%
- 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 SqualaneMethylpropanediol~0.5–1.1%
Citrus reticulata peel oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant
More about Citrus reticulata peel oilSodium phytate~0.4–0.95%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolMicrocitrus australasica fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Microcitrus australasica fruit extractSalix alba bark extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractButyrospermum parkii butter extract~0.35–0.8%
- 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 butter extractAlcohol denat.~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Rosa canina fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractCitrus tangerina extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oenothera biennis seed extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence is lacking
More about Oenothera biennis seed extractNasturtium officinale extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Nasturtium officinale extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- 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 extractTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Isoamyl laurate, Sorbitan oleate, Isostearyl isostearate, Triethylhexanoin, Peg-10 laurate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Decyl glucoside, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate, Squalane, Methylpropanediol, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Sodium phytate, Unknown, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Salix alba bark extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Alcohol denat., Rosa canina fruit extract, Citrus tangerina extract, Oenothera biennis seed extract, Nasturtium officinale extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, 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.
| SUNDAY RILEYC.E.O. C+E Micro-Dissolve Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Mary&MayRice Glutathione LHA Cleansing Oil | PlanthequeThe All I Avo Wanted Cleansing Oil | MUJIMild Oil Cleansing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | $50.00 | $16.53−$33.47 | — | $10.58−$39.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 1 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Linoleic Acid | Cocos Nucifera Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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