Alpha-H Golden Haze Face Oil
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Rosa canina fruit oil + 10 moreStrong evidence
“Designed to calm, nourish and relieve dry, dehydrated skin by locking in moisture and minimising trans-epidermal water loss.Helps with Dryness and dehydration, dullness, skin stress and irritation.Made for All skin types.Texture and scent Lightweight oil, naturally scented from woody and floral oils.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, squalane.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid
Anti-agingTocopherolLimited evidence
“Vitamin F and Jojoba Oil lock in hydration and help to strengthen the skin's natural barrier function, while antioxidant-rich Camellia Seed Oil assists in combatting the visible signs of ageing.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Cananga odorata flower oil, Boswellia carterii gum absolute + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Camellia oleifera seed oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilCitrullus lanatus seed oil~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.5–6.8%
- 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 oilSqualane~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualaneRosa canina fruit oil~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilHippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilTocopherol~1.4–2.1%
- 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 TocopherolArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilFusanus spicatus kernel oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linoleic acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidCedrus atlantica wood oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oleic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidPalmitic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAmyris balsamifera bark oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.15–0.6%
Boswellia carterii gum absolute~0.1–0.5%
Jasminum sambac flower~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractLinolenic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidBenzyl benzoate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl salicylate~0.05–0.2%
Linalool~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Camellia oleifera seed oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Squalane, Rosa canina fruit oil, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Tocopherol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Fusanus spicatus kernel oil, Linoleic acid, Cedrus atlantica wood oil, Oleic acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Boswellia carterii gum absolute, Jasminum sambac flower, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Linolenic acid, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| Alpha-HGolden Haze Face OilYOUR PRODUCT | ExperimentBuffer Jelly | LumeneNordic-C [VALO] Arctic Berry Cocktail Brightening Hydra-Oil | PrequelAM/PM Modern Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | $20.00 | $31.99+$11.99 | — | $17.99−$2.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Niacinamide | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Alpha-H - Golden Haze Face Oil" can work well for skin moisturization.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that there is also Linoleic Acid in this moisturizer (0.85% - 1.30%). Linoleic Acid is one of the skin's natural emollients. It supports the skin barrier and can even help reduce clogged pores.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Alpha-H" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 20.00$ up to 70.00$ 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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