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MoisturizingSimmondsia chinensis seed oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate + 7 moreWorks
“AHAVA present Precious Desert Oils ; a luxurious body treatment that absorbs quickly into skin to deliver intense nourishment and hydration.”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Melissa officinalis leaf extract + 8 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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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 oilEthylhexyl palmitate~5.7–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSesamum indicum seed oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilBalanites roxburghii seed oil~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An emollient. Could be irritating
More about Balanites roxburghii seed oilCaprylyl glycol~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBisabolol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.3–1.9%
- 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 oilAscorbic acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateBenzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the product formulation protecting it from sun light
More about Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–1%
- 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 triglyceridePhoenix dactylifera seed extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dunaliella salina extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractHydrogenated polydecene~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCommiphora myrrha oil~0.15–0.6%
Parfum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.1–0.45%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.4%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Bisabolol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ascorbic acid, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Phoenix dactylifera seed extract, Dunaliella salina extract, Hydrogenated polydecene, Commiphora myrrha oil, Parfum, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Citronellol, Geraniol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Limonene, Water
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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.
| AhavaPrecious Desert OilsYOUR PRODUCT | SundariGotu Kola & Lotus Body Oil | Jessica NailsJessica Phenomen Oil Intensive Moisturiser | SheaMoistureCoconut Hibiscus Moisturizer | |
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| Match | — | 79% | 70% | 70% |
| Price | — | $52.00 | $12.74 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract | Oryza Sativa Bran Oil | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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