Luqfa Beauty Cleansing Balm Versus Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm
Updated on April 02, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Luqfa Beauty Cleansing Balm 15 ingredients
Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Luqfa Beauty Cleansing Balm 15 ingredients
Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Wax, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Parfum
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 TriisostearateSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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When to use
Luqfa Beauty Cleansing Balm 15 ingredients
Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
Reviews
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Luqfa Beauty Cleansing Balm 15 ingredients
Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
Oh Boy, this prolly gonna end on my holy grail! ❤️ Sensible to the skin, doesn’t break me out, no residue after washing it off … no endless rubbing on waterproof make up. The only “bad thing” is prolly that it contains oil that rests on your eyeballs a bit. So you just see everything a bit milky for few minutes.
I love using this as double cleansing step instead of oil cleanser as the oil one caused me acne breakouts
This one is very hygienic i love the packaging also u dont need to use alot if amount it removes makeup and sunscreen very easily
You first rub it on dry skin and then emulsify with some water and then wash it off and move on to the cleanser step
