Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm versus Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm .
Published on March 29, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
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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Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
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Ingredient Info
Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm 32 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Oenothera Biennis Oil
- Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
- Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Peg-10 Isostearate
- Trihydroxystearin
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
- Ethyl Macadamiate
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm 32 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm 32 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Polyethylene • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Peg-10 Isostearate • Microcrystalline Wax • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil • Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Lactic Acid • Sodium Chloride • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid
Paraffinum Liquidum • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Polyethylene • C13-15 Alkane • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Peg-10 Isostearate • Trihydroxystearin • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Water • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Ethyl Macadamiate • Glycerin • Tocopherol • Sodium PCA • Citric Acid • Lactic Acid • Tartaric Acid • Glycolic Acid • Malic Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 TriisostearateTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Peg-10 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Tula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 10.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 8.
This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.
Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.
It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.
Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.
Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is used to add fragrance to products. It contains limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate.
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.
When used topically, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is a photosensitizer due to its furanocoumarins. Photosensitizers make the skin and eyes much more sensitive to sunlight. Photosensitizers are linked to skin cancer.
However, more cosmetics using Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil are removing the furanocoumarins.
Bergamot oil was also found to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil is oil from the peel of an orange fruit.
Limonene and linalool make up the majority of oils from citrus peels. Limonene has a "citrus" fragrance. Citrus peels also contain flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Citrus peel is also a rich source of flavonoids. Flavonoids are natural antioxidants and help protect your skin against damage. Flavonoids are a group of compounds naturally found in vegetables and fruits.
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 Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 21.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 26.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 26.
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera plant. It is more commonly known as Moringa seed oil.
Moringa seeds have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin hydrating properties. These seeds are rich in oils, proteins, monounsaturated fats, and tocopherols.
As an emollient, moringa seed oil helps trap moisture in the skin by creating a film on top. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Many compounds in moringa seed oil are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. These compounds include Vitamin E. , catechins, ferulic acid, and more.
Another compound found in Moringa seed oil is oleic acid.
Moringa trees are native to the Himalayan mountains.
Learn more about Moringa Oleifera Seed OilTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 28.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 29.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidTula Skincare Makeup Melt Makeup Removing Balm contains this as ingredient number 32.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 25.
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