Works for
CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Peg-10 isostearateCleanses gently
“Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-10 isostearate, peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate) 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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus tangerina peel oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoatePolyethylene~4.2–6.3%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePeg-20 glyceryl triisostearate~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3–4.5%
- 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 triglyceridePeg-10 isostearate~2–3%
Microcrystalline wax~1.6–2.5%
Cera microcristallina~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaOenothera biennis oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~1–1.45%
- 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 oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.8–1.25%
- 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 oilLactococcus ferment lysate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.5–1.2%
- 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 butterOlea europaea fruit oil~0.45–1.05%
- 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 oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCopernicia cerifera wax~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- 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 oilEclipta prostrata extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractCitrus tangerina peel oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus tangerina peel oilAniba rosodora wood oil~0.2–0.75%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCitrus aurantium dulcis flower oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractLactic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium chloride~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Peg-20 glyceryl triisostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-10 isostearate, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Oenothera biennis oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Olea europaea fruit oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Copernicia cerifera wax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Eclipta prostrata extract, Citrus tangerina peel oil, Aniba rosodora wood oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Unknown, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Lactic acid, Sodium chloride, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid
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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.
| TulaMakeup Melt Makeup Removing BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaPore Refresh Grinding Cleansing Balm | SEPHORA COLLECTIONClean Skin Cleansing Balm with Postbiotics + Squalane | RiReAll Kill Blackhead Cleansing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | — | $17.20 | $16.47 | $26.84 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Vitamin E | Meadowfoam Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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