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Allies of Skin CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil
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What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
The highly potent product brightens and firms the complexion thanks to a combination of bakuchiol, CoEnzyme Q10, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Highly potent, the oil is enthused with cutting edge complex 3% Renovage™ (Teprenone), which improves hydration and promotes more youthful-looking skin.
bakuchiol
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
ubiquinone
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
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
tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
2.9% -
4.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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.
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Created to reinvigorate a fresh-faced complexion, the long-wear, luxurious oil provides antioxidant protection and helps to fade age spots, reduce wrinkles, decrease skin roughness, plump, soothe, and brighten the skin, How to use.
bakuchiol
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
2.9% -
4.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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.
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The highly potent product brightens and firms the complexion thanks to a combination of bakuchiol, CoEnzyme Q10, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Highly potent, the oil is enthused with cutting edge complex 3% Renovage™ (Teprenone), which improves hydration and promotes more youthful-looking skin.
cucurbita pepo seed oil
4.6% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
ribes nigrum seed oil
0.35% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient. Can be helpful for restoring skin barrier function.
squalane
0.45% -
1.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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.
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Anti-blemish
bakuchiol
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.1% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Anti-oxidation
ubiquinone
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
bakuchiol
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil
1.9% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
91/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil
1.9% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.1% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
bakuchiol
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
borago officinalis seed oil
0.4% -
0.95%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
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Potential irritants
hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil
1.9% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.1% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
rosa canina seed oil
39% -
58%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
cucurbita pepo seed oil
4.6% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Rosa canina seed oil, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Punica granatum seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Nigella sativa seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Squalane, Borago officinalis seed oil, Ribes nigrum seed oil, Bakuchiol, Ubiquinone, Teprenone, Physalis angulata extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Sources
- Nutrient composition of rose (Rosa canina L.) seed and oils
- Characterization of Rosehip (Rosa canina L.) Seed and Seed Oil
- Bioactive ingredients of rose hips (Rosa canina L) with special reference to antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties: in vitro studies
- Double-blind, half-face study comparing topical vitamin C and vehicle for rejuvenation of photodamage
- Application of tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid in cosmetic formulations: Stability studies and in vivo efficacy
- Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Dermatology News - Commentary: Borage Seed Oil
- Undershirts coated with borage oil alleviate the symptoms of atopic dermatitis in children
- Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skin
- Prospective, randomized, double‐blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing
- A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract and mannitol improves the efficacy of adapalene in patients with acne vulgaris: result from a controlled randomized trial
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses
- Vitamin E in dermatology