Muji Mild Gel Cleansing Versus Muji Mild Oil Cleansing
Updated on July 15, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both makeup removers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
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 or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and parabens
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Ingredient Info
Muji Mild Gel Cleansing 20 ingredients
Muji Mild Oil Cleansing 18 ingredients
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What's inside
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Muji Mild Gel Cleansing 20 ingredients
Muji Mild Oil Cleansing 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Coconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Oleate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Malt Juice
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Leaf Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantDimethicone
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Orange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Coconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Water, Ethyl Oleate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyquaternium-51, Malt Juice, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Glycosyl Trehalose, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Orange Roughy Oil
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCoconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Ethyl Oleate
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingCananga Odorata Flower Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Persica Leaf Extract
Emollient
Malt Juice
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Coconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Ethyl Oleate, Sorbitan Oleate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Cananga Odorata Flower Water, Polyquaternium-51, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Malt Juice, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCoconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe. It can be bad for oily skin and cause irritation.
Ethyl Oleate is a fragrance and isn't fungal acne safe.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneWe don't have a description for Malt Juice yet.
Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polyquaternium-51 is a polymer salt. It helps hydrate the skin by creating a film on top. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Prunus Persica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of the peach tree.
Peach leaves contain antioxidants such as ferulic acid.
As an emollient, peach leaves help soften and moisturize your skin. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Learn more about Prunus Persica Leaf ExtractTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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