Works for
MoisturizingCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil + 12 moreWorks well
“Adaptology Dry Spell Oil Serum is an advanced, antioxidant-rich oil that replenishes dry, flaky and redness-prone skin.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 oilRosa canina fruit oil~7.1–10.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilCitrullus lanatus seed oil~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideJojoba oil/macadamia seed oil esters~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nigella sativa seed oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilHippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilCaryodendron orinocense seed oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Caryodendron orinocense seed oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilPunica granatum seed oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
CBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oilSqualane~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePhytosteryl macadamiate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Phytosteryl macadamiateParfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhytosterols~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Jojoba oil/macadamia seed oil esters, Nigella sativa seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Caryodendron orinocense seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Punica granatum seed oil, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Squalane, Phytosteryl macadamiate, Parfum, Phytosterols, Tocopherol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AdaptologyDry Spell Oil SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Jack BlackPureScience CBD CBD + HA Serum | Paula's choiceCBD Oil + Retinol | this worksmy Wrinkles Booster + Bakuchiol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 73% | 70% | 64% |
| Price | — | — | $54.00 | $19.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Retinol | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Adaptology - Dry Spell Oil Serum" can work well for skin moisturization.
Ingredient callouts
- We are excited that this moisturizer contains Cannabidiol, or CBD (0.55% - 1.25%). CBD is a new active in cosmetic products, and the studies on its effect in skin are still going on. CBD is one of the compouns in the cannabis plant. It does not have any psychotropic effects. When used topically, CBD can bind to skin cell receptors and "change their behaviour". It can help reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function. It also might be able to reduce acne.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 60.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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