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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm versus Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Makeup Remover American Brand United States
Makeup Remover Canadian Brand Canada

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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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

Exfoliators
Ceramides (3)
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Anti-Aging (3)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators

Benefits

Reduces Irritation
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

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 Triglyceride

e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.

Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.

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.

Learn more about Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate

e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.

Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
What it does: Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.

These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.

Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.

Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.

Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 7.

Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm contains this as ingredient number 24.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 24.

Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm contains this as ingredient number 15.

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

38% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
21% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
63% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 4 ratings
AsiaRhodes_98's avatar

AsiaRhodes_98

7 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

The way it removes 24 hr stay lipsticks is beautiful. Still not sure if there a safe way to use it for mascara though

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NurseMeg

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

It was fine but it didn’t really remove my makeup. Better products out there

Indeed Labs Watermelon Melting Balm 24 ingredients

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