True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm Versus Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm
Updated on April 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
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
True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm 27 ingredients
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 33 ingredients
About this product
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True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm 27 ingredients
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil
Abrasive
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Oil
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract
AstringentCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningYucca Schidigera Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Water
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Cucumis Sativus Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum Extract, Yucca Schidigera Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Azelaic Acid, Lactic Acid, Water, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract
MoisturisingCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Amber Powder
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Polyethylene, Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Amber Powder, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, Disodium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
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 OilZingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Studies show the ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
Learn more about Zingiber Officinale Root OilCurcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. This property has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterLimonene 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 LinaloolIngredient Ratings
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True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm 27 ingredients
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 33 ingredients
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True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm 27 ingredients
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm 33 ingredients
Love, love, love! Smells so good and get the job done!!
phenomenal for removing makeup and feels nice on the skin, but unfortunately this made my eczema flare up and dried my skin out :p also just too pricey for me
