Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover Review

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover
Review

Does Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover Work?

 
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover 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
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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0.3
Est. %
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
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PEG-8 Isostearate
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
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Dextrin Palmitate
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Fragrance
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Limonene
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Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Squalane
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Linalool
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
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Butylene Glycol
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
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Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Extract
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Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
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Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract
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Prunus Mume Seed Extract
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Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
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Ingredients explained

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %45
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 Tetraethylhexanoate
Est. %22
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.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateAn emollient ester with high gloss and thickening properties.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %4
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. %3
Function
Origin
PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateA synthetic surfactant that creates clear cleansers.
PEG-8 Isostearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PEG-8 Isostearate
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilA famous occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil. It is derived from coconuts and may give a product a lovely coconut scent. Coconut oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Dextrin Palmitate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Dextrin Palmitate
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.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA naturally-derived emollient ester. It is a blend of caprylates and caprates and, relative to other emollients, is lightweight and dry on the skin. As a result, coco-caprylate/caprate serves as a natural alternative to volatile silicones.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena Flower WaterA fragrant water that is leftover after the steam distillation of Damask rose petals. During this process, the essential oil floats to the surface of the water and is collected. The leftover water has a fresh, rosy scent.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.

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.
Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
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.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Japonica Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the common camellia, this fatty oil contains emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Extract
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Unshiu Peel ExtractThis extract derived from satsuma mandarins mainly contains a fragrant essential oil. It is rich in antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – promising anti-pigment and anti-wrinkle compounds.
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract
Prunus Mume Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Mume Seed Extract
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract