Shu Uemura Botanicoil Indulging Plant-Based Cleansing Oil Versus Votary Cleansing Oil - Rose Geranium and Apricot
Updated on December 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
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
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Indulging Plant-Based Cleansing Oil 35 ingredients
Votary Cleansing Oil - Rose Geranium and Apricot 11 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Shu Uemura Botanicoil Indulging Plant-Based Cleansing Oil 35 ingredients
Votary Cleansing Oil - Rose Geranium and Apricot 11 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zea Mays Germ Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
EmulsifyingPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingLavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil
Masking
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientUndecane
EmollientCymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Tridecane
Perfuming
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Zea Mays Germ Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Limonene, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil, Tocopherol, Citronellol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Geraniol, Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Citral, Water, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Undecane, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Tridecane, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Maltodextrin, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citronellol 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)-
Learn more about GeraniolHelianthus 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 OilLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool 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 LinaloolPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the pressed oil of the Rose Geranium plant. It is volatile, meaning it evaporates off the skin.
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 OilThis ingredient is the oil from the apricot.
Apricot Kernel Oil is an emollient and helps soften skin. This is due to its fatty acid components. Some of these fatty acids include linoleic and oleic acid.
This ngredient also has antioxidant properties from Vitamins A, C, and E. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. Besides being antioxidants, these vitamins provide plenty of skin benefits as well.
Learn more about Prunus Armeniaca Kernel OilTocopherol (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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Shu Uemura Botanicoil Indulging Plant-Based Cleansing Oil 35 ingredients
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