DUO The Cleansing Balm Black Repair

DUO The Cleansing Balm Black Repair

Review

Results you may expect from using DUO The Cleansing Balm Black Repair:

DUO The Cleansing Balm Black Repair is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
35
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
22
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
11
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
6
Synthetic Wax
4
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
3
PEG-6 Glyceryl Isostearate
2
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
1.5
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
1
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalanine Amidinobenzamide Acetate
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
0.3
Charcoal Powder
0.3
Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Saccharomyces Lysate
0.3
Schizosaccharomyces/Fig Fruit Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Extract
0.3
Saccharomyces/Hydrolyzed Stachys Affinis Tuber Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Honey Extract
0.3
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
0.3
Ceramide NG
0.3
Ceramide AP
0.3
Ceramide AG
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Ceramide EOP
0.3
Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract
0.3
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.3
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
0.3
Hydroxystearic Acid
0.3
Silica
0.3
Lactobacillus/Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Zymomonas Ferment Extract
0.3
Maltodextrin
0.3
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
0.3
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
0.3
Undecane
0.3
Tridecane
0.3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
0.3
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
0.3
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
0.3
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
0.3
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
0.3
Water
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Synthetic Wax
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Isotridecyl Isononanoate
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PEG-6 Glyceryl Isostearate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalanine Amidinobenzamide Acetate
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
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Charcoal Powder
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Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract
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Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
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Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
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Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Ferment Filtrate
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Saccharomyces Lysate
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Schizosaccharomyces/Fig Fruit Ferment Filtrate
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Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
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Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Extract
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Saccharomyces/Hydrolyzed Stachys Affinis Tuber Ferment Filtrate
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
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Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate
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Honey Extract
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Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
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Ceramide NG
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Ceramide NP
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Ceramide EOP
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Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
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Hydroxystearic Acid
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Silica
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Lactobacillus/Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Ferment Filtrate
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Zymomonas Ferment Extract
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Maltodextrin
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Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
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Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
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Undecane
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Tridecane
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
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Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
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Silica Dimethyl Silylate
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Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
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Water
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Butylene Glycol
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Glycerin
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Tocopherol
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Citric Acid
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Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients explained

Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %35
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl PalmitateA rich emollient without the oily after-feel, making it a popular replacement for mineral oil. It is derived from natural sources such as palm oil and palm kernel oil. Ethylhexyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
Synthetic Wax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Synthetic Wax
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
PEG-6 Glyceryl Isostearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-6 Glyceryl Isostearate
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Stearyl GlycyrrhetinateA plant compound obtained from licorice root. It is a powerful soothing ingredient that acts similar to steroid hormones and helps to treat inflamed and irritated skin.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %1
Function
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Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalanine Amidinobenzamide Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalanine Amidinobenzamide Acetate
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Est. %0.3
Function
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

A small synthetic peptide that signals the skin to produce more collagen. It has been clinically tested and proven to reduce skin roughness and the appearance of wrinkles.

Charcoal Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Charcoal PowderA naturally occurring ingredient that is used as a colorant due to its rich black color. It can also be used as an abrasive to exfoliate the top layer of dead cells off the surface of the skin, as well as as an absorbent.
Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract
Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Ferment Filtrate
Saccharomyces Lysate
Est. %0.3
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Saccharomyces Lysate
Schizosaccharomyces/Fig Fruit Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Schizosaccharomyces/Fig Fruit Ferment Filtrate
Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
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Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Extract
Saccharomyces/Hydrolyzed Stachys Affinis Tuber Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Saccharomyces/Hydrolyzed Stachys Affinis Tuber Ferment Filtrate
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate
Honey Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Honey ExtractAn extract obtained from honey that is comprised of proteins, minerals, and various bioactive compounds with antimicrobial, emollient, moisturizing humectant, and soothing properties.
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Ceramide NG
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NGA lipid that is mainly found on scalp skin and that helps with the barrier repair. It is one of the less popular ceramides and is usually used in combination with other ceramides for better barrier repair properties.
Ceramide AP
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ceramide APPreviously called Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide AP is one of the most common ceramides in the skin. Research has shown that dry, flaky skin has significantly less Ceramide AP. Its application helps to treat dry skin by restoring balance in the skin lipids.
Ceramide AG
Est. %0.3
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Ceramide AG
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Ceramide EOP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide EOPFormerly called Ceramide 1, this ingredient is a skin-identical wax-like lipid with an ultra-long fatty acid chain. It restores and stabilizes the skin’s lipid matrix and helps to treat dry and flaky skin, especially when combined with other ceramides.
Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf ExtractDerived from globe artichokes, this ingredient contains plenty of antioxidant compounds such as flavonoids, organic acids, and other polyphenols.
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (ATIP) is an oil-soluble derivative of ascorbic acid, or vitamin C. It is more stable than ascorbic acid, with studies supporting its collagen-boosting and anti-pigment effects.

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
Hydroxystearic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Hydroxystearic AcidA strongly emollient and occlusive saturated fatty acid isolated from castor oil.
Silica
Est. %0.3
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SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Lactobacillus/Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus/Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Ferment Filtrate
Zymomonas Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
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Zymomonas Ferment Extract
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
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MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis Peel OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from pomelo peels - sometimes mislabeled as grapefruit. The high limonene content is responsible for its citrusy scent. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) OilA fragrant essential oil extracted from lime peels that is mostly comprised of limonene, pinene, terpinene, and terpineol - which give off a sweet citrusy scent.
Undecane
Est. %0.3
Function
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Undecane
Tridecane
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tridecane
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) SterolsA mixture of phytosterols isolated from soybean oil. Phytosterols, when used in skincare products, have emollient properties and can make the skin feel softer and smoother.
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl EthylhexanoateA clear, pale yellow liquid, that functions as an emollient and a solvent, meaning that it is useful for dissolving oil-soluble ingredients.
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Silica Dimethyl SilylateA synthetic 'filler' powder primarily used as a formula helper. It is added in skincare products to adjust their consistency and thickness.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateAn emollient mixture of glycerin molecules and isostearic fatty acid.
Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyhydroxystearic AcidA soft and malleable amber wax naturally derived from vegetable sources. It allows minerals to be very finely dispersed, which can improve SPF, decrease the white cast in sunscreens, and increase the color expression in pigmented products.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.