Mimu Mimu Heating Calming Cleansing Oil Review

Mimu Mimu Heating Calming Cleansing Oil
Review

Does Mimu Mimu Heating Calming Cleansing Oil Work?

 
Mimu Mimu Heating Calming 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
40
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Glycerin
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Triethylhexanoin
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PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
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Water
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Propanediol
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Butylene Glycol
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
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Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
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Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
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Hyacinthus Orientalis (Hyacinth) Extract
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
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Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract
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Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
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Borago Officinalis Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
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Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
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Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
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Corallina Officinalis Extract
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
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Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
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Hyaluronic Acid
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Potassium Hyaluronate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
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Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
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Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
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Ingredients explained

Glycerin
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Triethylhexanoin
Est. %22
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-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

A clear, pale yellow, oil-like emollient manufactured synthetically from coconut oil and polyethylene glycol. It is also used as an emulsifying agent.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Est. %6
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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Water
Est. %4
Function
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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.
Propanediol
Est. %3
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PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %2
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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.

1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1.5
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1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %1
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HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractAn antimicrobial and antioxidant extract derived from Neem leaves – an Indian traditional medicine. Neem leaves have been found to possess antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is also a prospective anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractAn antioxidant extract derived from the flowers of the Indian lilac, also known as Neem. It is often used in traditional medicine in India. The Neem flower extracts contain limonoids, which are currently under research for their anti-pigment activity.
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Coccinia Indica Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from the cucumber-like fruits of ivy gourd. It contains a large amount of soothing mucilage as well as some antioxidant carotenoids. It has also been shown that the extract may have some anti-allergy properties.
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit ExtractAn under-researched extract obtained from the eggplant fruit. Eggplant contains plant pigments called anthocyanins and phenolic compounds, such as chlorogenic acid, which are excellent antioxidants.
Hyacinthus Orientalis (Hyacinth) Extract
Est. %0.3
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Hyacinthus Orientalis (Hyacinth) Extract
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit ExtractAn extract obtained from the skin and pulp of grapes. Grape skin and pulp contain antioxidant and astringent flavonoids and tannins, famous resveratrol, and many different organic and phenolic acids.
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract
Est. %0.3
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Salvia Sclarea (Clary) ExtractA soothing extract from the clary sage plant that contains fragrant terpenoids used to relieve the symptoms of seborrhea. It is also rich in astringent tannins.
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Centaurea Cyanus Flower ExtractObtained from the cornflower, this extract contains antioxidant and astringent protocyanin, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and organic acids.
Borago Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
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Borago Officinalis Extract
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower ExtractObtained from lavender flowers, this extract contains a fragrant essential oil along with various antioxidant and astringent flavonoids, terpenes, and phenolic acids. It is used in skincare for its refreshing, calming scent, or as a cleansing ingredient.
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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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.
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Polygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractAn extract from the roots of the Japanese knotweed, a plant from East Asia that has spread around the world as an invasive plant. It contains various antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potentially anti-pigment (more tests are necessary) phytochemicals.
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed ExtractAn antioxidant and emollient extract derived from coffee beans. It has been proven to improve collagen and elastin production in the skin. A small clinical study tested the anti-aging effects of coffee berry extract, and the results were very promising.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower ExtractA bright orange extract obtained from the flowers of the safflower plant. It has been shown to reduce the signs of photoaging, have anti-pigment activity, and promote hair growth. The studies on humans, however, are so far lacking.
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractA pepper extract that is claimed to have antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Est. %0.3
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

An antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractAn extract derived from the leaves of Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, a traditional herb used in Ayurveda medicine. It contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory rosmarinic acid, galic acid, flavonoids, and a sweet-scented essential oil.
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
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Corallina Officinalis ExtractAn extract from red marine alga, Corallina officinalis is used in skincare for its antioxidant properties. It also contains an immense amount of calcium and special, sulfur-containing polysaccharides.
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root ExtractAn extract derived from the thick roots of curcuma (turmeric), a famous yellow spice and a major ingredient in curry powder. It is used in skincare for its proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
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EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Hydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateA very small-molecule version of regular sodium hyaluronate. It is a powerful humectant skin-identical ingredient that absorbs into the skin and offers plumping, smoothing, and anti-wrinkle effects.
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
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Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Hyaluronic Acid

A potent, skin-identical humectant moisturizing ingredient that is able to bind water 1000 times its own weight. The anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid are due to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the skin.

Potassium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
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Potassium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerA modified version of regular hyaluronic acid. It attracts large volumes of water, thereby making it an effective humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateA chemically modified version of hyaluronic acid. It is more stable and less sticky than regular HA, while still providing the same humectant moisturizing properties (according to the manufacturer). There have been no clinical studies to confirm this.
Carbon Dioxide
Est. %0.3
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Carbon Dioxide