MizuMi 3-In-1 Melt Away Cleansing Balm Review

MizuMi 3-In-1 Melt Away Cleansing Balm
Review

Does MizuMi 3-In-1 Melt Away Cleansing Balm Work?

 
MizuMi 3-In-1 Melt Away 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 Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
22
11
6
4
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2
1.5
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Synthetic Wax
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Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
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PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Tocopherol
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Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
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Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
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Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Alaria Esculenta Extract
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Physalis Angulata Extract
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Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
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Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Crithmum Maritimum Extract
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Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
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Phoenix Dactylifera (Date) Seed Extract
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Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil
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Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Squalene
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Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
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Phytosteryl Macadamiate
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Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
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Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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Prinsepia Utilis Seed Oil
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Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
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Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter
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Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols
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Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
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Octyldodecanol
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Phytosterols
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Phenoxyethanol
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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.
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
Synthetic Wax
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Synthetic Wax
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Est. %4
Function
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PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Tocopherol
Est. %3
Function
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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.

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena Flower OilAlso known as Damask rose oil, it is one of the most precious and expensive essential oils in the world obtained from the petals of the Damask rose. It is used in skincare as a luxurious fragrance.
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Est. %1.5
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Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens OilA fragrant essential oil with a rose-like scent obtained from the leaves of rose geranium. It is sometimes added to a more expensive rose oil in order to produce larger volumes.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
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Camellia Sinensis Seed OilAn occlusive fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the tea bush that contains emollient 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.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Fruit OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from the little hard seeds inside of the red, fleshy rosehip. It contains mainly emollient fatty acids and a very high amount of antioxidant carotenoids, which give the oil its light orange color.
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.
Alaria Esculenta Extract
Est. %0.3
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Alaria Esculenta ExtractDerived from badderlocks, an edible seaweed, this extract is rich in film-forming alginates. It can be used as a formula helper.
Physalis Angulata Extract
Est. %0.3
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Physalis Angulata Extract
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Est. %0.3
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Undaria Pinnatifida ExtractAn extract of Wakame, an edible seaweed from Asian countries. It contains a moisturizing and thickening agal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Passiflora Edulis Seed OilA fatty oil derived from passion fruit seeds. It contains emollient and occlusive linoleic and oleic fatty acids, as well as antioxidants (among which are famous vitamin E and resveratrol).
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Salvia Hispanica Seed OilAn oil extracted from Chia seeds. It has a unique ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, making it the richest source of polyunsaturated fatty acids. It also contains antioxidant phytosterols and tocopherols (vitamin E).
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Est. %0.3
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Hydrogenated Vegetable OilA solid, butter-like substance that is a highly occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It is a mixture of various plant oils (such as soy, olive, corn, canola, peanut, and many others) which has been refined.
Crithmum Maritimum Extract
Est. %0.3
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Crithmum Maritimum ExtractDerived from sea fennel, this extract contains antioxidant flavonoids and organic acids and has a spicy, herbaceous aroma.
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Sclerocarya Birrea Seed OilA famous but not well enough researched emollient fatty oil from the seeds of Marula fruits. It contains fatty acids and a lot of antioxidant and emollient phytosterols.
Phoenix Dactylifera (Date) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
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Phoenix Dactylifera (Date) Seed Extract
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed OilA fatty oil derived from watermelon seeds that contains a good amount of occlusive moisturizing and emollient linoleic acid, followed by oleic and palmitic acids.
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
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Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) OilA fatty oil expressed from the fleshy part of an avocado, used in skincare for its excellent emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Avocado oil contains fatty acids, notably oleic acid (up to 80%), squalene, vitamin E, and carotenoids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Squalene
Est. %0.3
Function
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SqualeneOne of the main ingredients in the skin’s sebum. It helps to rebuild the natural oily film on the skin’s surface and to prevent transdermal water loss. Squalene is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Est. %0.3
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Origin
Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Est. %0.3
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Phytosteryl MacadamiateA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing product of binding fatty acids from macadamia oil (mostly oleic and palmitoleic acid) with soybean oil phytosterols. It is also used as a formula helper.
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Echium Plantagineum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive oil from the Purple Viper’s Bugloss plant. It contains oleic, linoleic, alpha-linolenic acids, as well as very rare polyunsaturated called stearidonic acid. It is suitable for all skin types.
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
Est. %0.3
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Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine ExtractA soothing extract obtained from the balloon plant. It has plenty of anti-inflammatory flavonoids, phytosterols, and phenolic compounds.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil UnsaponifiablesA strongly emollient and occlusive moisturizing fraction of sunflower oil that consists of waxes, sterols, phospholipids, and vitamin E.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

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.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ OilA fatty oil extracted from rice seed germs. It consists of emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic, linoleic, linolenic, and arachidonic acids, and is suitable for all skin types.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from the seeds of meadowfoam. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Est. %0.3
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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.

Prinsepia Utilis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Prinsepia Utilis Seed Oil
Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Lupinus Albus Seed ExtractAn extract from the seeds of the white lupin - which contain an occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil. The seeds are also rich in antioxidants.
Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
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Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) SterolsBrassica campestris sterols are a mixture of sterols (fat-like compounds) obtained from rapeseed oil. They are used as an emollient additive to the oil base of a cosmetic product. Read more about rapeseed oil here: Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil.
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Coco-GlyceridesA vegetable-derived stabilized oily solid that can act as an alternative to petroleum jelly. Like petroleum jelly it can bring creaminess to a formula.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
OctyldodecanolAn emollient fatty alcohol that spreads easily without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. It is also used as a solvent and dispersing agent for other ingredients.
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
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PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.