KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil Versus Medik8 Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil 30 ingredients
Medik8 Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil 19 ingredients
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KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil 30 ingredients
Medik8 Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Pyrus Malus Seed Oil
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil
Masking
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Water, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Levulinate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Saccharide Isomerate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Sodium Phytate, Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ocimum Basilicum Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Alcohol, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Citronellol, Geraniol
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthyl Linoleate
Emollient
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethyl Linoleate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Beta-Carotene, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 OilPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the pressed oil of the Rose Geranium plant. It is volatile, meaning it evaporates off the skin.
Rose Geranium contains antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It has been shown to reduce bacteria and fungus. Due to these properties, Rose Geranium may help reduce acne.
The antioxidants may help reduce the signs of aging, such as fine-lines and wrinkles.
Fragrant components of Rose Geranium include citronellol and geraniol. These may cause allergies and skin-sensitivity. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns. The scent of Rose Geranium closely resembles traditional roses.
Learn more about Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilOlea 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 OilCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGeraniol 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)-
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KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil 30 ingredients
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