e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm Versus Hanskin BHA Pore Cleansing Balm
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 3 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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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Hanskin BHA Pore Cleansing Balm 20 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Hanskin BHA Pore Cleansing Balm 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGeraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polydecene, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Polyethylene, PEG-10 Isostearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 Ii, Ceramide 1, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Phytosphingosine, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Polysorbate 20, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Geraniol, Linalool, Parfum
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Polyethylene
Abrasive
C13-15 Alkane
SolventOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Paraffinum Liquidum, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Polyethylene, C13-15 Alkane, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, PEG-10 Isostearate, Trihydroxystearin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Salicylic Acid, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearatePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
PEG-10 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Hanskin BHA Pore Cleansing Balm 20 ingredients
Reviews
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
The way it removes 24 hr stay lipsticks is beautiful. Still not sure if there a safe way to use it for mascara though
This was so good, I used it for a very long time until I found out it was contributing to my fungal acne. Besides that, I never had any other issues and itβs a great, budget friendly, first cleanse for people without fungal acne!π©·
