
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Makeup removing cleansing oil composed of 100% natural origin plant oils
FEATURES
Dissolves makeup including waterproof, Enhances lash growth, Softens, Strengthens, Soothes, Moisturizes, Nourishes with antioxidants, Non-comedogenic, No parabens, phenoxyethanol, phthalates, mineral oils, PEGs, silicones, sodium laureth sulfates, or animal-derived ingredients
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No parabens, No phenoxyethanol, No phthalates, No mineral oils, No PEGs, No silicones, No sodium laureth sulfates, No animal-derived ingredients
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Makeup Removal Nourishment Moisturization Lash Growth Enhancement Soothing SkinBudget
Premium ($76-$150)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What Caudalie Says
Product Description:
The same oil cleanser you love in new sustainable packaging! This antioxidant rich cleansing oil nourishes and instantly dissolves makeup, including waterproof. Enriched with castor oil to enhance lash growth and never leaving a greasy finish. Perfect for effective and fast make-up removal without using cotton pads. Composed of 100% natural origin nourishing plant oils (sweet almond, castor, grape seed and sunflower oils). Its oil texture transforms into a milk on contact with water for easy and fast rinsing without leaving a greasy film on the skin. Its natural sweet almond fragrance makes make-up removal a really enjoyable moment of well-being. Benefits: Dissolves makeup and enhances lash growth. Softens, strengthens, and soothes. Moisturizes and nourishes with antioxidants. Formula: A mix of 100% natural-origin plant oils. Non-comedogenic, formula tested under ophthalmological and dermatological supervision. And as with all Caudalie products, no parabens, phenoxyethanol, phthalates, mineral oils, PEGs, silicones, sodium laureth sulfates, or animal-derived ingredients are used.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
helianthus-annuus-(sunflower)-seed-oil,polyglyceryl-4-oleate,caprylic/capric-triglyceride,ricinus-communis-(castor)-seed-oil,prunus-amygdalus-dulcis-(sweet-almond)-oil,vitis-vinifera-(grape)-seed-oil,tocopherol,parfum-(fragrance)
Key Ingredients
Sunflower Seed Oil, Castor Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Ingredients Details
Tocopherol
Common Name(s): Vitamin e,alpha-tocopherol,d-alpha-tocopherol,(+)-alpha-tocopherol
CAS Number: 59-02-9
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Tocopherol neutralizes free radicals that damage skin cells, protects cell membranes from lipid peroxidation, moisturizes, and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier.
Why It's Used: It is used as both a skin-active antioxidant and a formulation stabilizer (preventing oxidation of other ingredients). it has decades of safety and efficacy evidence and works synergistically with vitamin c.
How It Works: As a chain-breaking antioxidant, tocopherol donates hydrogen atoms to interrupt lipid peroxidation chain reactions. it is regenerated by vitamin c (ascorbic acid) in the vitamins c+e antioxidant cycle, creating a more durable antioxidant defense.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,serums,oils,sunscreens,eye creams,lip balms,antioxidant formulations,haircare products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant/vitamin e
Secondary Functions: Emollient,formulation stabilizer,barrier support
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ1% (typical: 0.1โ0.5% as active; higher as formulation antioxidant)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant-derived (soybean, sunflower, wheat germ oil) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes โ plant-derived or synthetic
Source Notes: Natural d-alpha-tocopherol is derived from plant oils and is more bioactive. synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol is less expensive. tocopherol acetate (tocopheryl acetate) is the more stable ester form.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; rare contact sensitivity reported
Comedogenicity Rating: 2/5 โ mildly comedogenic at higher concentrations; formulation-dependent
Sensitivity Concerns: A small percentage of people report contact sensitization to tocopherol, particularly with leave-on products. comedogenicity risk is higher in oil-heavy formulations.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Generally yes; perform patch test if history of vitamin e sensitivity
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Very safe; widely used. ewg hazard score: 2โ3 (depending on concentration). no significant systemic concerns from topical use.
Works Well With: Ascorbic acid (vitamin c) โ synergistic antioxidant pair,ferulic acid โ stabilizes and boosts both c and e,ceramides,spf,retinol
Avoid Combining With: Very high concentrations of benzoyl peroxide may oxidize tocopherol; potential comedogenicity concerns in acne-prone skin when in heavy oil bases
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
The combination of vitamin c, vitamin e, and ferulic acid (the 'ce ferulic' formulation) provides fourfold photoprotection against uv-induced free radical damage โ a synergy documented in landmark research by pinnell et al.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,pinnell et al. (2005) journal of investigative dermatology,efsa panel on food additives
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12