Cleansing Oil Alternatives

You are correct that the primary purpose of the oil phase in a cleansing oil is to dissolve makeup, sebum, and other impurities on the skin. This allows them to be easily rinsed away when emulsified with water.

Regarding your concern about mineral oil potentially clogging pores, while some people find mineral oil heavy, cosmetic grade mineral oil is generally considered non-comedogenic for most individuals. However, if you prefer to avoid it or have experienced issues, there are excellent alternatives.

Yes, you can use other oils like Fractionated Coconut Oil or even olive oil, as you mentioned. Fractionated Coconut Oil is a very popular choice for cleansing oils because it is lightweight, non-greasy, and considered non-comedogenic. It effectively dissolves makeup without leaving a heavy residue.

Another highly recommended alternative is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. This is a light, stable emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It is widely used in cleansing products due to its excellent ability to dissolve oils and makeup, its light feel, and its low likelihood of clogging pores.

As the staff mentioned, this topic has been discussed previously. I strongly recommend reviewing the detailed response provided by the staff in the forum thread they linked (post30532.html#p30589) for further information and specific recommendations from their experts.

In summary, while mineral oil can be used, Fractionated Coconut Oil and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride are excellent, lightweight alternatives for your cleansing oil formulation.