Winky Lux Petal Cleanser Review

Winky Lux Petal Cleanser
Ingredients

Winky Lux Petal Cleanser Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Juice, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Triethyl Citrate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycereth-18, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Isomalt, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Guaiacum Officinale Wood Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Extract, Alcohol, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract, Juniperus Virginiana Wood Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Rose Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Agar, Calcium Alginate, Caprylyl Glycol, Gellan Gum, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Phytol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal
Review

Does Winky Lux Petal Cleanser Work?

 
Winky Lux Petal Cleanser 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 Ingredient Breakdown section below.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
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1.5
1.3
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Est. %
Water
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Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
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Glycerin
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Polysorbate 20
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Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Juice
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Dehydroxanthan Gum
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Triethyl Citrate
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Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Glycereth-18
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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Disodium EDTA
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Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
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Isomalt
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Butylene Glycol
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
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Guaiacum Officinale Wood Extract
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Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract
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Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
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Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Extract
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Alcohol
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Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract
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Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract
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Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
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Juniperus Virginiana Wood Extract
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Pelargonium Graveolens Extract
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Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Rose Extract
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Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Agar
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Calcium Alginate
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Gellan Gum
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Phytol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Phenoxyethanol
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Potassium Sorbate
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Sodium Benzoate
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Citric Acid
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone
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Methylisothiazolinone
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Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
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Limonene
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Hydroxycitronellal
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateAn anionic surfactant alternative to sulfates with an excellent foaming profile.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Polysorbate 20
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mildly cleansing ingredient derived from coconut. It also produces the foam that tells us our soap is actually working to remove dirt and oils.
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Juice
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Juice
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Triethyl Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Triethyl Citrate
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium Cocoyl GlutamateA naturally-derived surfactant with gentle cleansing and some foaming ability.
Glycereth-18
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycereth-18
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA very effective yet mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconut oil.
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.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateThe most researched derivative of vitamin C. It boosts collagen synthesis, thereby improving skin structure and elasticity. SAP is effective in the treatment of inflamed acne lesions and has a weak but positive effect on pigmentation issues.
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.
Isomalt
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
IsomaltIsomalt is a mixture of medium-sized sugars (a.k.a. oligosaccharides) that is prepared from sucrose by treatment with enzymes. In skincare products, it acts as a water-binding humectant ingredient that also serves as a bulking and anticaking agent. It has a mildly sweet taste.
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.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract

A fragrant extract obtained from bergamot orange peels. It contains an essential oil and is a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids and organic acids.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract is the same extract as Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract. It has antioxidant properties and gives a skincare product a fresh orange scent. It also works as a thickener due to its pectin content. Read more about the extract here: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract.

Guaiacum Officinale Wood Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Guaiacum Officinale Wood Extract
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood ExtractA fragrant extract derived from sandalwood that is most likely a diluted essential oil. Sandalwood oil is one of the most expensive essential oils in the world and it gives the extract a woody, warm, and creamy scent.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateA biotechnological fermentation ingredient that is created by feeding radish root to Leuconostoc kimchii. It allegedly contains organic acids and a mixture of peptides known as bacteriocins – which have antimicrobial activity.
Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Extract
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.
Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from pineapple fruits that contains various antioxidants, vitamin C, and bromelain - an enzyme mixture that acts as a mild exfoliant. Bromelain also has some anti-inflammatory activity and may help with the healing of wounds and scars.
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract

Obtained from pomelo peels, this extract mainly consists of citrus-scented essential oil, as well as various antioxidant organic acids and flavonoids.

Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract
Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
Juniperus Virginiana Wood Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Juniperus Virginiana Wood Extract
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractAn extract obtained from various parts of true lavender. It mainly contains fragrant essential oil and also offers other beneficial phytochemicals with antioxidant, astringent, and cleansing effects.
Pelargonium Graveolens Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens Extract
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Fruit ExtractA pomegranate fruit extract that contains antioxidant polyphenols and a rare emollient punicic acid. It is aimed at dry, irritated skin.
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.
Rose Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rose ExtractRose extract is an unspecified extract from the flowers of various kinds of fragrant roses, such as Rosa damascena, Rosa centifolia, or Rosa moschata. It is very fragrant and has a fresh, rose scent. Read more about rose oil here: Rosa Damascena Flower Oil.
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractA fragrant and flavoring extract derived from vanilla pods. Vanillin is the main compound responsible for its scent and taste. Other compounds present in the vanilla pod are antioxidant and soothin tannins, polyphenols, and free amino acids.
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.
Agar
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AgarA multifunctional jelly derived from red algae that can thicken water-based products.
Calcium Alginate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calcium Alginate
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Gellan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gellan GumA polysaccharide gel created by a species of bacteria called Sphingomonas elodea. It is used to either create soft, viscous, elastic gels or hard, brittle gels.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Phytol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phytol
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.
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.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylchloroisothiazolinonePartners in crime, methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone are preservatives that usually come as a package deal. These preservatives are effective but have reports of irritation and are now used mostly in wash-off products where the contact time is lower.
Methylisothiazolinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylisothiazolinoneA synthetic preservative often paired with methylchloroisothiazolinone. It has been reported to cause some irritation, which is why it is mostly used in wash-off products.
Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
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.

Hydroxycitronellal
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxycitronellal

A fragrant compound with a scent reminiscent of lilies and sweet tropical melon. It can be found in many different essential oils (such as palmarosa, ylang-ylang, and lemongrass essential oil) but is manufactured synthetically from citronellal.