Skinfood Black Sugar Perfect Cleansing Oil

Skinfood Black Sugar Perfect Cleansing Oil

Review

Results you may expect from using Skinfood Black Sugar Perfect Cleansing Oil:

Skinfood Black Sugar Perfect 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
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
22
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
11
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
6
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
4
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
3
PEG-10 Isostearate
2
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
1.5
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
1
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
0.3
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
0.3
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
0.3
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Threonine
0.3
Sorbitol
0.3
Sodium PCA
0.3
Serine
0.3
Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Proline
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
0.3
Cholesterol
0.3
Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract
0.3
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Alanine
0.3
Betaine
0.3
Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Dimethicone
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
0.3
Lysine
0.3
Water
0.3
Sarcodon Aspratus Extract
0.3
Glutamic Acid
0.3
Glycine
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Alcohol
0.3
Sucrose
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Fragrance
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
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PEG-10 Isostearate
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Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Threonine
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Sorbitol
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Sodium PCA
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Serine
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Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Proline
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
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Cholesterol
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Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract
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Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
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Butylene Glycol
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Arginine
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Alanine
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Betaine
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Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract
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Ceramide NP
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Dimethicone
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
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Lysine
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Water
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Sarcodon Aspratus Extract
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Glutamic Acid
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Glycine
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Disodium EDTA
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1,2-Hexanediol
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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.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateAn occlusive moisturizer and emollient with a good lubricity that leaves behind a glossy sheen after application. It can also control viscosity by thickening skincare products and act as a binding agent to hold pressed powdered products together.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateAn emollient ester with high gloss and thickening properties.
PEG-10 Isostearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-10 IsostearateDescription is coming soon
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-DicarboxylateDescription is coming soon
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
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.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
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.

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Oleifera Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the flowering plant tea oil camellia (not to be confused with tea tree oil), this occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil consists of oleic and linoleic fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil expressed from the seeds of a yellow-flowered plant which often opens its flowers in the evening (hence the name). It is light and suitable for problematic, eczematous, and inflammation-prone skin.
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.

Threonine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ThreonineAn essential amino acid that may play a role in collagen production. However, more research is needed in order to confirm or deny these claims.
Sorbitol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SorbitolA sweet-tasting alcohol derived from glucose. Aside from its sweet taste (for which it is used as a very common sweetener), Sorbitol is also very good at retaining water and is used in skincare as a humectant.
Sodium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PCAOne of the most important parts of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Sodium PCA is used in skincare for its fantastic humectant properties.
Serine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SerineA non-essential amino acid, meaning that our body can produce it. It is the largest constituent of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor and is used in skincare as a humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)Description is coming soon
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Proline
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ProlineThe best humectant moisturizer of all the amino acids. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor and increases hydration in the top layers of the skin. It also has antioxidant activity and helps to heal damaged skin.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit ExtractAn extract from the fruit of the sweet orange. It contains fragrant sweet orange essential oil, high amounts of antioxidant flavonoids (mainly hesperidin), and carotenoids – which give it the orange color.
Cholesterol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CholesterolAn emollient and important barrier repairing lipid, effective when combined with fatty acids and ceramides. Around 25% of the skin’s lipid layer is made up of cholesterol and it is found in the membrane of every single cell in our body.
Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit ExtractA soothing extract obtained derived from the papaya fruit. It contains a skin softening and mildly exfoliating enzyme called papain, as well as various anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds that can assist in the wound healing process.
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugar maple bark and sap – the same sweet sap used to make maple syrup. It has a faint vanilla smell and is used in skincare for its exfoliating properties. This is because of the small sugar crystals present in the extract.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA 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.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
Alanine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlanineA simple amino acid used in skincare as a humectant moisturizing ingredient. It is a part of the so-called Natural Moisturizing Factor, a complex mixture of free amino acids and other water-soluble compounds found in skin cells.
Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lepidium Meyenii Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit ExtractA fragrant extract from lemon peels that contains various antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – which are currently under investigation as potential anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment compounds.
Lysine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LysineA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. It is slightly alkaline and helps to balance the product's pH. It may have a slightly fishy smell.
Water
Est. %0.3
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.
Sarcodon Aspratus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sarcodon Aspratus ExtractDescription is coming soon
Glutamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glutamic AcidA non-essential amino acid that serves as a building block for all proteins in the body. It is a moisturizing humectant and a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of amino acids in skin cells that keeps them hydrated.
Glycine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlycineA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. Some recent studies suggest that it may have barrier repair properties.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
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.
Sucrose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SucroseThis ingredient is more commonly known as table sugar or saccharose and is derived from sugar beets or sugar cane. It is used as a humectant moisturizing ingredient in skincare products, as well as a sweetener.
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.