Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex Cleansing Balm

Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex Cleansing Balm

Review

Does Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex Cleansing Balm work?

Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex 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
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Diisooctyl Succinate
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Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
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Trihydroxystearin
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
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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.
Diisooctyl Succinate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Diisooctyl Succinate
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Trihydroxystearin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Trihydroxystearin
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
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.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %1
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.
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
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.