Kose Sekkisei Treatment Cleansing Oil

Kose Sekkisei Treatment Cleansing Oil

Review

Results you may expect from using Kose Sekkisei Treatment Cleansing Oil:

Kose Sekkisei Treatment 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
50
Mineral Oil
22
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
11
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
6
Cyclomethicone
4
Water
3
Glycerin
2
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
1.5
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
1
Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job's Tears) Seed Oil
0.3
Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
0.3
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Alcohol
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Fragrance
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Mineral Oil
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Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
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Ingredients explained

Mineral Oil
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Mineral OilAlso known as liquid paraffin, it is an amazing moisturizer (the second most occlusive one after Petrolatum). It is also an excellent emollient that fills the micro-cracks on the surface of the skin, making it appear smoother. Mineral oil is considered safe.
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %11
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.
Cyclomethicone
Est. %6
Function
Origin
CyclomethiconeA blend of emollient silicones that leaves a smooth and non-greasy after-feel. Unlike other types of oils, it does not leave any residue on the skin, which is part of what makes it so popular.
Water
Est. %4
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.
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Angelica Acutiloba Root ExtractAngelica acutiloba root extract is a pungent, aromatic extract derived from the roots of the Japanese angelica tree. It has soothing effects and can be beneficial for itchy or allergy-prone skin [1]. It also contains antioxidants and protects the skin against UV-induced damage.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job's Tears) Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job's Tears) Seed Oil
Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
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.

Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
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.
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.