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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil versus Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on September 26, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Makeup Remover American Brand United States
Makeup Remover American Brand United States

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Price

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Buy MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil

Starts at $37.00
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Starts at $36.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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

1
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: 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.

boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 1.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.

It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.

This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.

Corallina Officinalis Extract contains antioxidant and emollient properties.

Extracted polysaccharides, galactose and xylose, in red algae showed antioxidant activity. Antioxidants help with anti-aging by neutralizing free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Galactose is also a PHA.

Corallina Officinalis is structurally similar to coral due to its high calcium content.

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 12.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Liked

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.

Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.

Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties. It can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.

The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. It has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 15.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 24.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.

Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.

Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.

While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.

One thing to note is the presence of tannins. Tannins are naturally found in nature. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 16.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 25.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract.

boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 19.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 23.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 20.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 26.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract.

boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 21.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 22.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 23.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.

Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 24.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 16.

11
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 27.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 27.

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

46% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
33% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
36% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm 33 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 5 ratings
Expensive (2) Works Well (2) Drying (1) Irritating (1) Strong Scent (1)
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lina_164

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

phenomenal for removing makeup and feels nice on the skin, but unfortunately this made my eczema flare up and dried my skin out :p also just too...

phenomenal for removing makeup and feels nice on the skin, but unfortunately this made my eczema flare up and dried my skin out :p also just too pricey for me

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xena

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

my favorite cleanser to date! it does not make me dry like other products, and it leaves my face feeling so soft.

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