Algenist

Algenist Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil

Name: Algenist - Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil
Brand: Algenist

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

11 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil”

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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: glycerin, parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides.

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, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

PolymethylsilsesquioxaneKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss~1.3–1.6%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.2–3.9%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~6.3–7.7%

NiacinamideHeroEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~1.5–1.8%

Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharidesKey active· HumectantEffect: HighCompounds extracted from green algae that could help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skincare products (topical applicaiton) is missing. Helps moisturize the skin by attracting water to its upper layer~0.5–0.7%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish~2.2–2.6%

Hydrolyzed alginKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%

IsododecaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture~2.5–3.1%

Polyglycerin-6Key active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~4.3–5.3%

Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency~1–1.3%

Evens skin tone

2 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Key Benefits Aids oil control for a shine-free complexion Provides long-lasting hydration Will not clog pores Helps to improve skin tone and texture Works to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles UK200031874”

Source: SpaceNK

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: phloretin.

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.

NiacinamideKey activeEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~1.5–1.8%

PhloretinKey activeEffect: MediumA potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology~0.5–0.7%

Anti-aging

2 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Key Benefits Aids oil control for a shine-free complexion Provides long-lasting hydration Will not clog pores Helps to improve skin tone and texture Works to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles UK200031874”

Source: SpaceNK

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: phloretin.

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.

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product contains antioxidants (phloretin) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

PhloretinKey activeEffect: HighA potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology~0.5–0.7%

Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharidesEffect: LowCompounds extracted from green algae that could help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skincare products (topical applicaiton) is missing. Helps moisturize the skin by attracting water to its upper layer~0.5–0.7%

Anti-blemish

Not advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract + 2 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Lavandula angustifolia extractUsed for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skinHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Eucalyptus globulus leaf extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Bergamot/grapefruit/orange/tangerine fruit ferment extract—High~0.25–0.4%est.

Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~6.3–7.7%est.

Isostearyl isostearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenicMedium~1.8–2.2%est.

Polyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.75–1.1%est.

Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.6–0.95%est.

PhloretinA potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technologyMedium~0.5–0.7%est.

Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymerHelps oil and water mix together. Used as a cleansing agentMedium~0.4–0.6%est.

Polyglycerin-6Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Triethyl citrateUsed as a fragrance. Rarely causes irritationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%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

Isostearyl isostearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic3/5~1.8–2.2%est.

Hydrolyzed alginDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.3–0.6%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.3–7.7%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Butylene glycol~4.3–5.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glycerin~3.2–3.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Isododecane~2.5–3.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture

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Dimethicone~2.2–2.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Isostearyl isostearate~1.8–2.2%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic

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Niacinamide~1.5–1.8%

Hero · Moisturizing, Anti-blemish

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-blemishEvens skin toneAnti-agingMoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialReduces redness

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

More about Niacinamide

Polymethylsilsesquioxane~1.3–1.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss

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Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate~1–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearate~0.75–1.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~0.6–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Magnesium sulfate~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sodium chloride~0.55–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides~0.5–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Compounds extracted from green algae that could help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skincare products (topical applicaiton) is missing. Helps moisturize the skin by attracting water to its upper layer

More about Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides

Phloretin~0.5–0.7%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-aging

A potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology

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Fucus spiralis extract~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tetraselmis chui extract~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Spiraea ulmaria extract~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrolyzed algin~0.3–0.6%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Used as a cleansing agent

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Polyglycerin-6~0.3–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Triethyl citrate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used as a fragrance. Rarely causes irritation

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Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin

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Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Bergamot/grapefruit/orange/tangerine fruit ferment extract~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Mica~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

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Ci 77891~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Isostearyl isostearate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-6 polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium chloride, Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides, Phloretin, Fucus spiralis extract, Tetraselmis chui extract, Spiraea ulmaria extract, Hydrolyzed algin, Sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, Disteardimonium hectorite, Polyglycerin-6, Xanthan gum, Triethyl citrate, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Bergamot/grapefruit/orange/tangerine fruit ferment extract, Mica, Citrus limon fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891

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Product summary

"Algenist - Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Algenist - Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil ticks this box. Glycerin, parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides, hydrolyzed algin, polyglycerin-6 and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone, isododecane and neopentyl glycol diheptanoate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: titanium dioxide

Irritation risk

We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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 61.56€ in Germany, from 1.54£ up to 54.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 1.50$ up to 65.00$ in the United States and from 2.60CA$ up to 85.00CA$ in Canada.

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