1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Allies of Skin
Vitamin C & Omegas Cleansing Balm
face neck cleansing balm
Allies of Skin
face neck cleansing balm
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Take the skin testFor pillow-soft skin that's bright and bouncy, look no further than the Vitamin C & Omegas Cleansing Balm (100ml) by Allies of Skin. Kickstart your routine with a brightening first cleanse. This vitamin C-powered balm delivers melt-in moisture, infused with an oil-soluble vitamin C complex to protect your complexion from dulling impurities and encourage a more clarified tone. Vitamin E nourishes the skin barrier for radiant results, while an omega-rich oil blend (starring safflower seed, sea buckthorn, blueberry seed and acai oils to name a few) helps to sweep away make up, grime and pollution particles.
Vitamin C & Omegas Cleansing Balm is a rich cleansing balm from Allies of Skin. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 19 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as rich: occlusives and butters sit high enough in the order to give it real weight on skin. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, C15-19 Alkane and Trihydroxystearin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, C15-19 Alkane, Trihydroxystearin and Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil.
On richness alone it suits Dry, Combination (dry) and Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, oil control, cell renewal and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes first step. Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly. Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
C15-C19 Alkane is a mixture of alkanes with 15 to 19 carbon atoms in the alkyl chain.
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Tetrakis(2-hexyldecyl) ascorbate
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Myrtle, Vaccinium myrtillus L., Ericaceae
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosa-2,6,10,14,18,22-hexaene
18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glycine Soja Oil is the oil obtained from the soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae, by extraction or expression. It consists esentially of triglycerides of oleic, linoleic and saturated acids
19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Stigmast-5-en-3-.beta.-ol
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
This product is the "Cleanse" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 19 ingredients on the label.
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Dissolves and carries everything else
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Forms a film that slows water loss
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
C15-C19 Alkane is a mixture of alkanes with 15 to 19 carbon atoms in the alkyl chain.
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Disodium 4-dodecyl 2-sulphonatosuccinate
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, 9-(Z)-octadecenoates (2:3) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, decanoates (1:1) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Ester of triglycerol and beeswax fatty acids
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil is the oily liquid obtained from the seeds of Safflower, Carthamus tinctorius L., Compositae. It consists principally of the triglycerides of linoleic acid
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil is the oil expressed from the fruit of the Sea Buckthorn, Hippophae rhamnoides L., Elaeagnaceae
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Tetrakis(2-hexyldecyl) ascorbate
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Myrtle, Vaccinium myrtillus L., Ericaceae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil is is the oil expressed from the fruit of the Cabbage Palm, Euterpe oleracea, Arecaceae
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the Raspberry, Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil is the fixed oil, consisting primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids, obtained by pressing the seeds of the Grape, Vitis Vinifera L., Vitaceae
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosa-2,6,10,14,18,22-hexaene
18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glycine Soja Oil is the oil obtained from the soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae, by extraction or expression. It consists esentially of triglycerides of oleic, linoleic and saturated acids
19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Stigmast-5-en-3-.beta.-ol
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Dr.Althea
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Mary&May
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CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, C15-19 ALKANE, DISODIUM LAURYL SULFOSUCCINATE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 SESQUIOLEATE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 CAPRATE, TRIHYDROXYSTEARIN, POLYGLYCERYL-3 BEESWAX, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL, HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES FRUIT OIL, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS SEED OIL, EUTERPE OLERACEA FRUIT OIL, RUBUS IDAEUS SEED OIL, VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SQUALENE, GLYCINE SOJA OIL, BETA-SITOSTEROL.
TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE.
As part of your AM/PM cleansing routine, warm a generous amount between your palms and massage over a dry face and neck daily. Moisten fingertips and massage again. Rinse and remove with water or a damp cloth. Follow with Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry), Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
7 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
Use it morning and evening, first step.
It lists 19 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.
Allies of Skin.
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