DUO The Cleansing Balm Clear Review

DUO The Cleansing Balm Clear
Review

Does DUO The Cleansing Balm Clear Work?

 
DUO The Cleansing Balm Clear 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
40
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
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Est. %
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Synthetic Wax
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PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Tocopherol
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Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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Glucosyl Ceramide
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Hydrolyzed Collagen
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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Alpha-Glucan
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Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
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Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
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Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
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Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica
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Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
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Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
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Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
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Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract
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Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
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Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
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Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
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Coptis Japonica Root Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
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Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract
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Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
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Fragrance
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Water
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Butylene Glycol
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PEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
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Phenoxyethanol
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Mineral Salts
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Ingredients explained

Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %40
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.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl CarbonateA very fast-spreading emollient that gives a product an incredibly lightweight feel. Dicaprylyl carbonate works well as a solvent for suspending insoluble solids such as mineral sunscreens or iron oxide pigments.
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
Synthetic Wax
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Synthetic Wax
PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Tocopherol
Est. %2
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.

Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit ExtractAn extract from the fruits of the Indian gooseberry, also called Amla, which is rich in acids, vitamin C, astringent tannins, and humectant moisturizing sugars.
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Est. %1
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.

Glucosyl Ceramide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glucosyl Ceramide
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Collagen

A humectant, film-forming, and emollient mixture of various proteins and peptides that were created by cutting the huge molecules of normal collagen into smaller pieces for better absorption. It also has some antioxidant properties.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-molecule version of the regular hyaluronic acid. It is a powerful humectant that absorbs into the skin and offers moisturizing, smoothing, and anti-wrinkle effects. It is also slightly anti-inflammatory and displays subtle antioxidant properties.
Alpha-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Alpha-Glucan
Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Grape Juice Ferment Filtrate
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica
Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed ExtractAn occlusive moisturizing extract from the seeds of the evening primrose that contains a rare emollient gamma-linolenic acid.
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Unshiu Peel ExtractThis extract derived from satsuma mandarins mainly contains a fragrant essential oil. It is rich in antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – promising anti-pigment and anti-wrinkle compounds.
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractA powerful antioxidant, soothing, and astringent extract derived from the roots of Baikal/Chinese skullcap. It contains various unique flavonoids that are believed to soothe irritated and inflamed skin and protect from UV-induced oxidative damage.
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractA soothing and antimicrobial extract derived from the Amur cork tree (which is used in traditional Chinese remedies). It contains various beneficial compounds such as alkaloids, limonoids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Gardenia Florida Fruit ExtractDerived from the dark orange fruits of a Chinese flowering shrub called Gardenia florida, this extract acts as a yellow pigment.
Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf ExtractComing from witch hazel leaves, this potent astringent and anti-inflammatory extract contains a mixture of various tannins and flavonoids, as well as a small amount of essential oil with a mild, spicy aroma.
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centaurea Cyanus Flower ExtractObtained from the cornflower, this extract contains antioxidant and astringent protocyanin, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and organic acids.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Anthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractAn antioxidant and soothing flower extract derived from Roman chamomile. It contains an essential oil that gives it a sweet and floral aroma.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
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
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Butylene Glycol

A 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.

PEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
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.
Mineral Salts
Est. %0.3
Function
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Mineral SaltsInorganic salts of minerals such as sodium, magnesium, calcium, zinc, copper, selenium, and more.