BANILA CO Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Purifying 100ml

Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Purifying occupies a specific and deliberate position within the Clean It Zero lineup: it is engineered for those with sensitive, reactive, or easily irritated skin who need the full makeup-removing power of the classic balm-to-oil format, but require a formula whose botanical actives are oriented toward calming, barrier-supporting, and anti-inflammatory function rather than brightening or pore-clarifying. It shares the same iconic sherbet-solid texture, the same self-emulsifying cleansing mechanism, and the same balm-to-oil-to-milky-rinse workflow as the Classic, while differentiating itself through a significantly expanded soothing botanical complex and the use of Roman Chamomile Flower Water as its aqueous base.

• The cleansing base of the Purifying variant uses Cetyl Ethylhexanoate and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (fractionated coconut oil / MCT oil) as its primary carrier oils, replacing the Ethylhexyl Palmitate found in the Classic. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is one of the most skin-compatible and non-comedogenic cosmetic esters available — it is lightweight, odorless, and fast-absorbing, with excellent solubilizing ability for makeup films, SPF filters, and silicone-based products. It is particularly well-suited for sensitive skin formulations because of its minimal irritation potential and high tolerance even for compromised or barrier-disrupted skin. The self-emulsifying system — PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate and PEG-10 Isostearate — is shared with the Classic and functions identically, producing the milky water-rinse emulsion that allows the balm to wash away completely without a cleansing cloth or residue.
• Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Water serves as the formula’s aqueous hydrating component in place of standard purified water. Roman Chamomile hydrosol is produced by steam-distilling chamomile flowers and contains water-soluble chamazulene precursors, apigenin, and other anti-inflammatory flavonoids in a bioavailable form. It is a classic ingredient in soothing skincare for its ability to calm redness, relieve irritation, and gently tone the skin during the cleansing process — a meaningful upgrade from plain water for a product targeting sensitive skin. Glycerin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract further enhance the formula’s hydrating and barrier-conditioning properties.
• The two Ecocert-certified plant oils — Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil and Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil — are the formula’s key nourishing actives. Evening Primrose Oil is one of the richest plant-based sources of Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that the body uses to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins and to restore the skin’s lipid barrier. It is frequently recommended for eczema-prone, acne-prone, and chronically sensitive skin types because of its ability to reduce inflammation and improve the skin’s moisture retention capacity. Argan Kernel Oil contributes Oleic and Linoleic fatty acids alongside natural Tocopherols (Vitamin E), providing antioxidant protection and emollient nourishment. Together these oils ensure that post-cleanse skin feels conditioned and comfortable rather than stripped.
• The 11-plant soothing botanical complex is the defining feature of the Purifying variant and the primary reason it is recommended for sensitive skin. Centella Asiatica Extract contributes Madecassoside and Asiaticoside for barrier repair and wound-healing support. Epilobium Angustifolium (Willowherb) Extract is particularly notable for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin — it contains Oenothein B, a naturally occurring salicylate and ellagitannin with documented anti-redness and anti-irritant properties. Scutellaria Baicalensis (Baical Skullcap) Root Extract provides Baicalin, a potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial flavonoid. Polygonum Cuspidatum (Japanese Knotweed) Root Extract is one of the richest natural sources of Resveratrol, a stilbene antioxidant with anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract adds Glabridin for targeted brightening and inflammation control. Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract contributes EGCG, one of the most researched antioxidant polyphenols in cosmetics. Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) and Calendula Officinalis Flower Extracts both provide classic calming and anti-inflammatory action. Portulaca Oleracea Extract contributes natural omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant pigments. Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract provides additional antioxidant and antibacterial support.
• Althaea Rosea (Hollyhock) Flower Extract is highlighted by the brand as a signature ingredient in this variant. Hollyhock is rich in mucilaginous polysaccharides that coat and soften the skin surface, reducing roughness and improving flexibility — properties particularly beneficial during cleansing when the skin’s surface is in active contact with the product. Beta-Carotene serves as both a pro-Vitamin A antioxidant and the source of the formula’s natural light-colored tint. Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Extract and Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract complete the antioxidant picture with high Vitamin C and flavonoid content respectively.

How to Use:

• Use the included spatula to scoop a small amount of balm onto fingertips.
• Apply to dry face and massage gently in circular motions to dissolve makeup and impurities.
• Add a splash of lukewarm water to emulsify the balm into a milky texture and continue massaging.
• Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat skin dry.
• Suitable as a standalone first-cleanse step or as the first step of a double cleanse.