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BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser Versus BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser

Makeup Remover

British Brand United Kingdom

BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser

Makeup Remover

British Brand United Kingdom

Ingredient Info

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BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser 11 ingredients

BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser 16 ingredients

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BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser 11 ingredients

BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser 16 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Notable Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Milky Oil Cleanser

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

0-2 / 0

Fragrance • Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

0-2 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate Emollient

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate Emulsifying

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is part of the PEG Sorbitan/Sorbitol Fatty Acid Esters group. As an emulsifier, it helps ingredients such as oil and water mix together. This allows the dirt and oils in your skin to be washed away.

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Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil Masking, Skin Conditioning

Oil

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.

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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil Skin Protecting

Oil • Helps reduce irritation • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil comes from the seabuckthorn berry. The seabuckthorn fruit contains carotenoids, palmitic acid, palmitoleic acid and vitamin E.

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Ethylhexylglycerin Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

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Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

0-3 / 0-3

Vitamin E • Antioxidant • 4 Benefits • May cause irritation

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.

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Sphingolipids Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

We don't have a description for Sphingolipids.

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Ceramide NP Skin Conditioning

Ceramide • 4 Benefits

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

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Squalane Emollient, Skin Conditioning

1 / 0

Helps hydrate Dry Skin

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera plant. It is more commonly known as Moringa seed oil.

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Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Sphingolipids, Ceramide NP, Squalane, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

Melting Balm Cleanser

Palmitic Acid Emollient, Emulsifying

2 / 0

2 Concerns

Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Myristic Acid Cleansing, Emulsifying

3 / 0

2 Concerns

Myristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Olea Europaea Fruit Oil Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

0-2 / 0

Fragrance • Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

0-2 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

2-3 / 0

Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

2-3 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate Emollient

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

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Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil Emollient

1 / 0

Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is from the seed of the Babassu palm plant. This plant is native to Brazil.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Niacinamide Smoothing

Niacinamide • 6 Benefits

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

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Ceramide NP Skin Conditioning

Ceramide • 4 Benefits

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

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Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Oil • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil also known as seabuckthorn oil. This oil is usually extracted from the fruit pulp or seeds.

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Sphingolipids Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

We don't have a description for Sphingolipids.

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Stearic Acid Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

2-3 / 0

2 Concerns

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

2-3 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate Emulsifying

Not safe for Fungal Acne

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Synthetic Wax Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

Exfoliant • 2 Concerns

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

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1,2-Hexanediol Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

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Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

0 / 0

Vitamin E • Antioxidant • Helps brighten skin

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil Masking, Skin Conditioning

Oil

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.

Very Disliked Full details ->

Palmitic Acid, Myristic Acid, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Ceramide NP, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Sphingolipids, Stearic Acid, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Synthetic Wax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Very Disliked

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.

Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.

The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.

Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Emollient

Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate

Emulsifying

Very Disliked

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate has a molecular weight of 30.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a tetraester from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol ether of sorbitol.

One study found pumpkin oil containing Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate helped hydrate the skin and did not cause any irritation.

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Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Masking, Skin Conditioning

Very Disliked

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.

Rosemary Leaf Oil is a fragrance and helps give your product a scent. If you are sensitive to irritating fragrances, this one contains camphor. Camphor has been found to irritate skin.

This oil also contains antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. As an antioxidant, it may protect you skin against damage. This can help slow down the signs of aging.

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Sphingolipids

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Loved

We don't have a description for Sphingolipids.

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

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Ingredient Ratings

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

Milky Oil Cleanser

liked

mixed

disliked

not rated

Melting Balm Cleanser

liked

mixed

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not rated

When to use

BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser 11 ingredients

BYOMA Melting Balm Cleanser 16 ingredients

96 Routines

14% use in am

86% use in pm

95% use every day

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62 Routines

6% use in am

94% use in pm

90% use every day

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser 11 ingredients

5.0 /5

from 4 ratings

Works Well (3) Great Value (2) Light (1) Light Scent (1) Oily (1)

jaboinga

2 months ago · Combination Skin

Review

This is the only oil cleanser/makeup remover I've used that doesn't sting my eyes, or blur my vision when I'm removing my makeup. I've probably...

This is the only oil cleanser/makeup remover I've used that doesn't sting my eyes, or blur my vision when I'm removing my makeup. I've probably gone through 4 bottles of this already. The best!

NoeasyShyba

14 days ago · Combination Skin

Review

This has easily been one of my favorite oil cleansers I've tried. I have combination skin and it really helps balance out the oil and dryness on my...

This has easily been one of my favorite oil cleansers I've tried. I have combination skin and it really helps balance out the oil and dryness on my face. It goes on so smooth and leaves my face so soft and shiny.

Back when I ran out and wasn't sure if it was making a difference, I just used my normal Nacific products for about a week and I noticed a HUGE difference. Oil zones started to come back more and I had to exfoliate more often because my dry zones got flakey again. This oil cleanser or the win!