This oil-based makeup remover is made to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and daily buildup.
This oil-based makeup remover is made to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and daily buildup.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Salicylic Acid
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Flower Extract
Astringent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Polyethylene, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Trihydroxystearin, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, BHT, Tocopheryl Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Rosa Canina Flower Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPEG-12 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Candelilla Wax Esters
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tridecyl Isononanoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-12 Diisostearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Candelilla Wax Esters, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Water, Butylene Glycol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Calendula Officinalis Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is an ester of palmitic acid, a C16 fatty acid that falls within the C11-24 range that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitatePEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate is a synthetic, oil-loving helper ingredient that does two jobs:
This ingredient is made by joining three building blocks: PEG, Isostearic Acid and glycerin. The PEG gives it the oil-and-water blending power.
This ingredient has been found safe for use in cosmetics and broader PEG family testing shows minimal irritation/sensitization. The molecule's large size also means it isn't expected to penetrate skin to any meaningful degree.
Fungal acne note: This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe due to isostearic acid (C18). Isostearic acid falls into the C11-24 range that Malassezia can feed on.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearatePhenoxyethanol is one of the most widely used preservatives in skincare (and for good reason!).
It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and especially effective bacteria, yeast, and mold while only having a weak effect on your skin's natural microbiome.
On a cellular level, it disrupts the cell membranes of microbes by poking holes that make the cell leak. This shuts down the chemical reactions the microbe needs to make energy so it can no longer survive.
Another perk of this ingredient is that it stays functional across a wide pH range (3-10).
You'll often see it paired with boosters like Ethylhexylglycerin; one study showed that a 1:9 ratio of Ethylhexylglycerin to Phenoxyethanol damages bacterial membranes as effectively as doubling the Phenoxyethanol concentration on its own.
Typical use concentrations range from 0.3-1% depending on the formula, and this ingredient is capped at 1% int the EU.
Safety-wise, the fear mongering does not hold up to the evidence. The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety and FDA consider it safe as a preservative at up to 1%, including for children of all ages.
Adverse systemic effects only showed up in animal studies at exposures roughly 200x higher than what people get from cosmetics. And despite its very widespread use, this ingredient is a rare sensitizer and allergic reactions are uncommon.
Learn more about PhenoxyethanolTocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateVitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
