DHC Water Friendly Cleansing Oil Versus DHC Deep Cleansing Oil
Updated on January 31, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
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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Ingredient Info
DHC Water Friendly Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 8 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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DHC Water Friendly Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingC14-18 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Squalane
Emollient
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingTriethylhexanoin, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Octyldodecanol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, PEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, C14-18 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideOlea 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.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
We don't have a description for Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate yet.
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.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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DHC Water Friendly Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 8 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
DHC Water Friendly Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 8 ingredients
I feel like this cleansing oil is perfect for those with dryer skin. However, for my sensitive, acne prone skin that leans more towards combination/oily, this oil made me break out. It’s a very thick formula that’s hard to wash off, even with a second cleanser. Because of this, I find myself rubbing my face and eyes a lot harder, and scrubbing with a lot more effort than usual. It’s also made Show more
It removes makeup well, and I loved that it didn’t make my eyes feel blurry when I opened them!
