Etude House Real Art Moisture Cleansing Oil Review

Etude House Real Art Moisture Cleansing Oil
Review

Does Etude House Real Art Moisture Cleansing Oil Work?

 
Etude House Real Art Moisture Cleansing Oil 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
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
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0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
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Triethylhexanoin
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
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Octyldodecyl Myristate
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
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PEG-8 Isostearate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Isostearic Acid
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Fragrance
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Squalane
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
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Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Prunus Mume Seed Extract
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Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
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Tocopherol
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Ingredients explained

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateAn emollient ester with high gloss and thickening properties.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %22
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.
Triethylhexanoin
Est. %11
Function
Origin
TriethylhexanoinAn occlusive and emollient ester of glycerin and a fatty acid. It is easily spreadable and does not leave a sticky after-feel.
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateAn occlusive moisturizer and emollient with a good lubricity that leaves behind a glossy sheen after application. It can also control viscosity by thickening skincare products and act as a binding agent to hold pressed powdered products together.
Octyldodecyl Myristate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Octyldodecyl MyristateA luxurious feeling ester that remains light and silky despite its richness.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
PEG-8 Isostearate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
PEG-8 Isostearate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %1
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.
Isostearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearic AcidA saturated fatty acid used to mix oil and water and to remove dirt from the skin's surface. Isostearic acid is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
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.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilA famous occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil. It is derived from coconuts and may give a product a lovely coconut scent. Coconut oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil derived from grape seeds that are leftover after juicing or wine production. It contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids, squalene, as well as phytosterols and various antioxidant compounds.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed OilAn emollient fatty oil expressed from sesame seeds. It is made up majorly of unsaturated fatty acids, linoleic acid (up to 45%), and oleic acid (up to 38%). Sesame oil is an occlusive moisturizer that is rich in antioxidant compounds.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Japonica Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the common camellia, this fatty oil contains emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Prunus Mume Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Mume Seed Extract
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
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.