Foreo Luna Ultra-Nourishing Cleansing Balm Review

Foreo Luna Ultra-Nourishing Cleansing Balm
Ingredients

Foreo Luna Ultra-Nourishing Cleansing Balm Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate
Review

Does Foreo Luna Ultra-Nourishing Cleansing Balm Work?

 
Foreo Luna Ultra-Nourishing Cleansing Balm 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 Ingredient Breakdown section below.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1
1
Est. %
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Fragrance
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Ingredients explained

Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %50
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.
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) WaxA thick wax obtained from the stems of the Candelilla, or wax plant that is native to Mexico and the southern USA. Its stems are covered in wax to protect the plant from water loss. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Fragrance
Est. %1
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.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.