TONYMOLY The Black Tea London Classic Cleansing Cream
Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 60, Peg-100 stearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“A mildly acidic deep cleansing cream that thoroughly removes skin impurities and makeup residues.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, glyceryl stearate se, peg-100 stearate, polysorbate 60, sorbitan stearate) 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Paraffinum liquidum~6.7–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumDipropylene glycol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolIsopropyl myristate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateGlycerin~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPolysorbate 60~2–2.4%
Glyceryl stearate se~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate sePeg-100 stearate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlyceryl stearate se~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seSorbitan stearate~0.95–1.2%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.7–1.05%
Carbomer~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTromethamine~0.55–0.85%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCamellia sinensis extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.6%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Dextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinTheobroma cacao extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- 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 oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTocopherol~0.1–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolLimonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Paraffinum liquidum, Dipropylene glycol, Isopropyl myristate, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl stearate se, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate se, Sorbitan stearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Camellia sinensis extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Disodium edta, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tocopherol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| TONYMOLYThe Black Tea London Classic Cleansing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Paul & JoeCleansing Cream | KUROBARAPoan Cold Cream | EmbryolisseLait-Crème Concentré Tokyo Limited Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 54% |
| Price | — | $34.80 | $11.20 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Beeswax | Cera Alba |
| 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.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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