Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Hippophae rhamnoides oil + 15 moreStrong evidence
“Made in a balm texture that melts into a rich moisturizer while gliding onto your skin.”
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, hydrolyzed collagen.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, hippophae rhamnoides oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 1 moreStrong evidence
“This lifting balm can help to effectively reduce the appearance of fine lines and brighten your skin tone.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
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-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Melia azadirachta leaf extract + 1 moreStrong evidence
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Limonene + 2 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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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- 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 oilPolyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateSynthetic wax~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxOctyldodecanol~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolHydrogenated vegetable oil~3.2–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateHydrogenated castor oil dimer dilinoleate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euphorbia cerifera wax~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCanola oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oil1,2-hexanediol~0.9–1.3%
Caprylic/capric glycerides~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric glyceridesCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilEclipta prostrata extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractSorbitan tristearate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan tristearateAdenosine~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosinePentylene glycol~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractNiacinamide~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 NiacinamideTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceButylene glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolWater~0.4–0.9%
Hippophae rhamnoides oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.
More about Hippophae rhamnoides oilSodium dna~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe ferox leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSalmon egg extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine max seed extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus serotina bark extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium soy hydrolyzed collagen~0.15–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.6%
Collagen amino acids~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
More about Collagen amino acidsHydrolyzed collagen~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Synthetic wax, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Hydrogenated castor oil dimer dilinoleate, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Dipropylene glycol, Canola oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylic/capric glycerides, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Eclipta prostrata extract, Sorbitan tristearate, Unknown, Adenosine, Pentylene glycol, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl acetate, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butylene glycol, Water, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Sodium dna, Aloe ferox leaf extract, Glycerin, Salmon egg extract, Glycine max seed extract, Prunus serotina bark extract, Sodium soy hydrolyzed collagen, Ethylhexylglycerin, Collagen amino acids, Hydrolyzed collagen, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Limonene, Citral, Linalool
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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.
| ALOE for CURELifting Stick BalmYOUR PRODUCT | ONE THINGMoisture Plus Cream | AbibYesStyle Exclusive PDRN Volume Fill-it Booster Crème 2.5 Tube Mini 5pcs Bundle Set | NatureONEMelaone Whitening Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 83% | 83% |
| Price | $16.90 | $11.99−$4.91 | $37.53+$20.63 | $20.15+$3.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"ALOE for CURE - Lifting Stick Balm" is effective for: Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.50% - 1.20%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (hydrolyzed collagen 0.30% - 0.75% and glycerin 0.35% - 0.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 21.90£ in the United Kingdom and for 16.90$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Canola Oilsciencedirect.com
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