Farmacy Clearly Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm Versus Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm with Algae Extract - Original
Updated on August 08, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Farmacy Clearly Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm with Algae Extract 23 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Farmacy Clearly Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm with Algae Extract 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Leaf Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Potassium Olivate
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-4 Cocoate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentGlyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Wax, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Water, Pentylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Potassium Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-4 Cocoate, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Maltodextrin, Glyceryl Laurate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingTribehenin
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
Emulsifying
Maris Aqua
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Hydrolyzed Algin
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Tribehenin, Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Maris Aqua, Tocopherol, Sodium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Algin, Sodium Benzoate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Citric Acid, CI 42090
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateHelianthus 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 OilWe don't have a description for Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate yet.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateIngredient Ratings
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Farmacy Clearly Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm with Algae Extract 23 ingredients
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Farmacy Clearly Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Farmacy's most gentle product
I first used its big sister, Green Clean, and loved it. However, Clearly Clean is superior for those with super sensitive, reactive skin. This gently cleanses, exfoliates, and removes all types of makeup just like Green Clean, but is safe for even the most sensitive skin. I have zero irritation from this product, and it doesn't leave my skin stinging and red like so Show more
Very meh. I do find it takes off makeup fine, but not any better than any other generic balm or oil, and not without using a considerable amount of product. I really don’t like its consistency and feel like it kind of sits on the skin, for which reason I don’t like using it for double cleansing either.
Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm with Algae Extract 23 ingredients
(Tried Apr 2023) I will say for a cleansing balm it works very well and the amount of product you receive for the price is also a great, so it makes for a great budget buy. My main complaints are due to the strong scent and how it can be a bit irritating if it sits around the eye area for too long.
