African Botanics Fleurs D'Afrique Intensive Recovery Face Oil
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneRetinol, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateStrong evidence
“An encapsulated Retinol with time release technology is used with pure Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Co Q10 and advanced anti-wrinkle Micro-algae to tackle every issue from anti-aging concerns and pigmentation, to acne and sun damage.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingRetinol, Ubiquinone + 2 moreStrong evidence
“This lightweight, natural oil penetrates deeply, while phyto-elixir aids in cell turnover, refining and protecting the skin with damask rose, restorative soothing plant extracts, free radical-quenching Co Q10 and a distinct african oil complex which forms a powerful essential fatty acid matrix of high levels of Omegas 3, 6, 7 and 9.Use this facial oil to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, blemishes, dark spots, redness and dryness.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Cylindrotheca fusiformis extract + 9 moreGood evidence
“Restorative Oil With Retinol and Powerful Anti-aging Actives Night-blooming flower extracts are combined with regenerating actives in this highly concentrated face oil.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
cylindrotheca fusiformis extract, honey extract.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycine soja oil.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Ubiquinone + 6 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (retinol, ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · RetinolStrong evidence
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Oenothera biennis oilStrong evidence
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower oil, Rosa moschata seed oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractCucumis melo seed oil~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilJasminum sambac flower extract~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum sambac flower oil~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata seed oil~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilRosa damascena flower oil~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilRosa moschata seed oil~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.8%
- 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 triglycerideCylindrotheca fusiformis extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps skin moisturization by attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but research confirming effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Cylindrotheca fusiformis extractTocopherol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 TocopherolHelichrysum angustifolium flower oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oenothera biennis oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilMyrothamnus flabellifolia extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant extract with some antibacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Myrothamnus flabellifolia extractAspalathus linearis extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Honey extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractUbiquinone~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneCalendula officinalis flower oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilGlycine soja oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateRetinol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Cucumis melo seed oil, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Jasminum sambac flower extract, Unknown, Jasminum sambac flower oil, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Rosa moschata seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cylindrotheca fusiformis extract, Tocopherol, Helichrysum angustifolium flower oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Myrothamnus flabellifolia extract, Aspalathus linearis extract, Unknown, Honey extract, Ubiquinone, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Glycine soja oil, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Retinol, Unknown, Rosmarinus officinalis extract
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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.
| African BotanicsFleurs D'Afrique Intensive Recovery Face OilYOUR PRODUCT | Drunk ElephantA-Gloei Maretinol Oil | Jordan SamuelRetinol Treatment Oil | Skincare Cosmetic RetinolAnti-Ageing Facial Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 76% | 76% | 66% |
| Price | $250.00 | $51.10−$198.90 | $51.50−$198.50 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ap | Agran Oil | Algae Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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