Tatcha The Indigo Cleansing Balm Moisturizing Makeup Remover
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“The Indigo Cleansing Balm Moisturizing Makeup Remover”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-2 caprate, polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, 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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~22–34%
- 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 triglycerideEthylhexyl palmitate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePolyglyceryl-6 dicaprate~3.4–5.1%
Synthetic wax~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3–4.5%
- 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 benzoatePolyglyceryl-2 caprate~2.1–3.2%
Pentylene glycol~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1–1.5%
- 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 extractCladosiphon okamuranus extract~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extractNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.4–0.9%
Oryza sativa bran oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilWater~0.35–0.75%
Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate~0.3–0.7%
Stearalkonium hectorite~0.15–0.7%
Butylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 glycolPropylene carbonate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonatePropanediol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolMaltodextrin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, Synthetic wax, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Polyglyceryl-2 caprate, Pentylene glycol, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Polygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Oryza sativa bran oil, Water, Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Butylene glycol, Propylene carbonate, Propanediol, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| TatchaThe Indigo Cleansing Balm Moisturizing Makeup RemoverYOUR PRODUCT | Tatcha US DEVIndigo Cleansing Balm | CliniqueTake The Day Off™ Charcoal Cleansing Balm | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 36% | 32% |
| Price | $39.00 | $39.00 | $32.12−$6.88 | $17.20−$21.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 6 | 1 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | — | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Corallina Officinalis Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Blue Lagoon Skin Science BL+ Cleansing BalmThe INKEY List CA Milk Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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