1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser
face cream cleanser
Isntree
face cream cleanser
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Take the skin testThe Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser offers a gentle yet effective cleansing experience, embracing a vegan and cruelty-free approach. Imbued with the goodness of Andong yam root extract, this cleanser not only efficiently removes impurities and dirt but also nurtures the skin, creating a protective moisture barrier. The Andong yam root extract, abundant in amino acids, works harmoniously to soothe the skin and fortify it against moisture loss. The formulation boasts a blend of plant-based extracts, including coconut fruit, rice, soybean, sweet almond seed, and oatmeal, providing a nourishing cocktail that enhances the skin's health, leaving it with a radiant appearance.
Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser is a cushioning cream cleanser from Isntree. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 28 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Butylene Glycol and Water, 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 Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water and Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil.
Firmness signalling: Moderate. Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support, and here that comes from Sr-expression Vector Pmbp-parallel 1 Polypeptide-1.
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), 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, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. 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
Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
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 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Hexadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester; Octyl palmitate
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Icosan-1-ol
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Docosan-1-ol
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glucose
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol
26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid
28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, sodium salt
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.
Helianthus Annuus 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 28 ingredients on the label.
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Forms a film that slows water loss
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Dissolves and carries everything else
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Calms visible redness and irritation
Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula
Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells
Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
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 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Hexadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester; Octyl palmitate
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
sr-Expression Vector pMBP-parallel 1 Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Maltose binding protein. The parent protein contains a maximum of 488 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Hexamethylene distearate
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, tetradecanoates (1:1) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Icosan-1-ol
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Docosan-1-ol
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
D-glucose, 1-eicosanol ether
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glucose
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Coco-Glucoside is the product obtained by the condensation of coconut alcohol with glucose.
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Dioscorea japonica, Dioscoreaceae
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Hibiscus, Hibiscus esculentus L., Malvaceae
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Nelumbo nucifera, Nymphaeaceae
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract is an extract of the Alga, Undaria pinnatifida, Alariaceae
20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Laminaria Japonica Extract is an extract of the Japan Kelp/Seaweed, Laminaria japonica, Laminariaceae
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glycine Max Seed Extract is the extract obtained from the seeds of the Soybean, Glycine max (L.), Fabacea
22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Coconut, Cocos nucifera L., Palmaceae
23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Oryza Sativa Extract is an extract of the grains of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae
24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Sweet Almond Tree, Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis, Rosaceae
25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Avena Sativa Meal Extract is an extract of the meal of the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae
26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid
27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Xanthan gum
28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, sodium salt
Products in the same category that share this formula's distinguishing ingredients.
JUMISO
Shares 7 key ingredients with Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser: Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid
d'Alba
Shares 5 key ingredients with Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser: Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glucose
Garnier
Shares 3 key ingredients with Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser: Water, Glycerin, Citric Acid
Garnier
Shares 3 key ingredients with Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser: Water, Glycerin, Citric Acid
WATER, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, SR-EXPRESSION VECTOR PMBP-PARALLEL 1 POLYPEPTIDE-1, HEXANEDIOL DISTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE, GLUCOSE, COCO-GLUCOSIDE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, DIOSCOREA JAPONICA ROOT EXTRACT, HIBISCUS ESCULENTUS FRUIT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA ROOT EXTRACT, UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA EXTRACT, LAMINARIA JAPONICA EXTRACT, GLYCINE MAX SEED EXTRACT, COCOS NUCIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, ORYZA SATIVA EXTRACT, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS SEED EXTRACT, AVENA SATIVA MEAL EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE.
CITRIC ACID.
Massage gently onto dry skin until the makeup and impurities melt. Add water and continue to lightly massage into the skin. Rinse off with lukewarm water.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), 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.
5 ingredients could feed malassezia: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hexanediol Distearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate. 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 28 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.
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