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8 Faces Boundless Solid Oil

Efficacy62/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Garcinia indica seed butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter + 9 more
Works
What the product description says
“Use this balm daily to nourish skin, hydrate hands, tame hair, or on the face after a day in the sun.”
Source: Credo Beauty

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cocos nucifera oil, helianthus annuus seed oil.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

Garcinia indica seed butterKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. It mostly contains oleic acid which is not the most effective emollient to prevent water loss, but might have an anti-inflammatory effect~22–33%
Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~6.1–9.2%
Cocos nucifera oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~3.2–4.8%
Orbignya oleifera seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin~2.5–3.8%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~2.2–3.3%
Oenothera biennis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~1–1.6%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.9–1.35%
Hippophae rhamnoides oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.~0.55–1.25%
Tremella fuciformis extractEffect: LowA mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~4.1–6.1%
Lecithin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.7–2.5%
Camellia oleifera seed oilUnder-dosedAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finish~1.2–1.8%
Anti-aging
Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract
Not delivered

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - phyllanthus emblica fruit extract - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

This ingredient phyllanthus emblica fruit extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

Phyllanthus emblica fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations~4.3–6.5%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, Theobroma cacao seed butter + 3 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (phyllanthus emblica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Phyllanthus emblica fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations~4.3–6.5%
Theobroma cacao seed butterEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~6.1–9.2%
Oenothera biennis oilEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~1–1.6%
Hippophae rhamnoides oilEffect: LowA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.~0.55–1.25%
Camellia oleifera seed oilEffect: Low, below effective doseAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finish~1.2–1.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
5 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil + 3 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 11 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Hippophae rhamnoides oilA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.High~0.55–1.25%est.
Citrus reticulata peel oilAn essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritantHigh~0.2–0.75%est.
Citrus paradisi peel oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.6%est.
Pelargonium graveolens oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.
Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.1–0.35%est.
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil—High~0.1–0.3%est.
Phyllanthus emblica fruit extractA plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrationsMedium~4.3–6.5%est.
Tremella fuciformis extractA mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~4.1–6.1%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~2.2–3.3%est.
Camellia oleifera seed oilAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finishMedium~1.2–1.8%est.
Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~1–1.6%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~6.1–9.2%est.
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic3/5~3.2–4.8%est.

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Garcinia indica seed butter~22–33%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It mostly contains oleic acid which is not the most effective emollient to prevent water loss, but might have an anti-inflammatory effect

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~6.1–9.2%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract~4.3–6.5%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-aging

A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations

More about Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract
Tremella fuciformis extract~4.1–6.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Cocos nucifera oil~3.2–4.8%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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Orbignya oleifera seed oil~2.5–3.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin

More about Orbignya oleifera seed oil
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.2–3.3%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oil
Lecithin~1.7–2.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Camellia oleifera seed oil~1.2–1.8%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish

More about Camellia oleifera seed oil
Oenothera biennis oil~1–1.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.9–1.35%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

More about Helianthus annuus seed oil
Hippophae rhamnoides oil~0.55–1.25%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.

More about Hippophae rhamnoides oil
Citrus reticulata peel oil~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant

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Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.15–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

More about Lavandula angustifolia oil
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.1–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil
Ingredient list view

Garcinia indica seed butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, Tremella fuciformis extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Orbignya oleifera seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Lecithin, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.

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    TECHNICAL DATA SHEET KOKUM FAT 2.imimg.com
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    Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuringncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Emblicamdedge.com
  4. 4
    Amla (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.) extract promotes procollagen production and inhibits matrix metalloproteinase-1 in human skin fibroblastsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. 5
    Emblica Cascading Antioxidant: A Novel Natural Skin Care Ingredientkarger.com
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    Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Babassu Oil and Development of a Microemulsion System for Topical Deliveryncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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