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CleansingPeg-20 glyceryl isostearate, Peg-10 isostearate + 2 moreCan be harsh
“A cleansing balm that cleanses the skin effectively with dual sides for different concerns.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sorbitan sesquioleate.
Keep in mind that 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: Sorbitan sesquioleate, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 3 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 ethylhexanoatePeg-20 glyceryl isostearate~4.4–6.6%
Peg-10 isostearate~3.5–5.2%
Synthetic wax~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxBeeswax~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxCaprylic/capric/succinic triglyceride~2.2–3.3%
Sorbitan sesquioleate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateCentella asiatica extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractSodium hyaluronate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAsiaticoside~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideAsiatic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Asiatic acidMadecassic acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about Madecassic acidMadecassoside~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosidePropolis extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractHoney extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractMelaleuca alternifolia extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- 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 extractHippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilWater~0.2–0.75%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.7%
- 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 glycolMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.7%
- 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 extractBrassica campestris seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris seed oilMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractEclipta prostrata extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractEclipta prostrata leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Eclipta prostrata leaf extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractAmber powder~0.15–0.55%
Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.1–0.5%
- 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 extract1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Corallina officinalis extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractPolygonum tinctorium leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.1–0.45%
- 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 GlycerinSilica dimethyl silylate~0.15–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Peg-20 glyceryl isostearate, Peg-10 isostearate, Synthetic wax, Beeswax, Caprylic/capric/succinic triglyceride, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Madecassoside, Propolis extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Honey extract, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Water, Butylene glycol, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Brassica campestris seed oil, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Amber powder, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Corallina officinalis extract, Polygonum tinctorium leaf extract, Glycerin, Silica dimethyl silylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum
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| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Panthenol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 32 studies and safety reviews.
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