e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm Versus Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
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
Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil 24 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated 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 Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
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
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Zea Mays Germ Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
EmulsifyingOenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGeranium Maculatum Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zea Mays Germ Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Squalane, Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Linalool, Tocopherol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Glycine Soja Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
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 TriglycerideGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPhenoxyethanol 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.
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil 24 ingredients
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