ZO Skin Health Balancing Cleansing Emulsion
Works for
CleansingSucrose laurate, Sucrose stearate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Balancing Cleansing Emulsion”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polysorbate 20, sucrose laurate, sucrose palmitate, sucrose 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?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~6.7–10.1%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~4.6–6.9%
- 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 GlycerinC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.9–5.9%
- 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 benzoateWater~2.8–4.1%
Sucrose laurate~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateSucrose stearate~1.9–2.9%
Avena sativa kernel extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractCaprylyl glycol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolBisabolol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPhospholipids~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsMethyl glucose dioleate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose palmitate~0.35–0.8%
Polysorbate 20~0.15–0.5%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.35%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Water, Sucrose laurate, Sucrose stearate, Avena sativa kernel extract, Caprylyl glycol, Bisabolol, Phospholipids, Methyl glucose dioleate, Sucrose palmitate, Polysorbate 20, 1,2-hexanediol, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| ZO Skin HealthBalancing Cleansing EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | My ClarinsRE-MOVE Micellar Cleansing Milk | RéViveMelting Cleanser / Makeup Removing Wash | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $52.00 | $20.36−$31.64 | $80.00+$28.00 | $12.21−$39.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Fig Fruit Extract | Hexapeptide-9 | A Type Of Green Tea Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Glossier Milky Jelly Cleansing Balm & Makeup RemoverGoodness Products International 3 in 1 Jelly Oil Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
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