Annayake Basics Balancing Lotion Combination to Oily Skins

Annayake Basics Balancing Lotion Combination to Oily Skins

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Moisturizing
Dimethicone, Glycerin + 11 more
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What the product description says
“ANNAYAKE Basics Balancing Lotion Combination to Oily Skins 150ml is a care formulated to intervene on the skin just after the double-cleansing.It contains sebum-regulating and moisturising active ingredients including an extract of sage, burdock and hyaluronic acid, which penetrate deep into the epidermis to rebalance sebaceous secretions while ensuring optimal hydration.Matified and purified, the skin is radiant and perfectly prepared to receive the following cares with more efficacy.Made in France.”
Source: Cocoon Center

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, sodium hyaluronate.

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: dimethicone, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate.

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~6.7–8.2%
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~2.4–2.9%
Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.6–2%
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~1.5–1.8%
Hydrolyzed soy proteinKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing~0.65–0.95%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%
Peg-8· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product consistency~4.1–5%
Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~2–2.4%
Polysilicone-11Effect: LowA silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel~1.2–1.5%
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~0.9–1.1%
Isohexadecane· EmollientEffect: LowImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent~0.45–0.7%
PanthenolUnder-dosedHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.25–0.45%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.2–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
10 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 8 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 20 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~3.1–3.8%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Nasturtium officinale extractUsed as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant propertiesHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Arctium lappa root extractPlant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Salvia officinalis leaf extractSage leaf extract. It can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Hedera helix extractA plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effectHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.2%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.15%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.1%est.
Amyl cinnamal—High~0.05–0.1%est.
CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05%est.
Peg-8Used to create a nice product consistencyMedium~4.1–5%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2–2.4%est.
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finishMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
ChlorphenesinA preservativeMedium~0.16–0.32%est.
Polysorbate 60Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.2–0.4%est.
Comedogenic
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~6.7–8.2%
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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Peg-8~4.1–5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product consistency

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Alcohol denat.~3.1–3.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Glycerin~2.4–2.9%
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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Pentylene glycol~2–2.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~1.6–2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane~1.5–1.8%
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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Polysilicone-11~1.2–1.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel

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Butylene glycol~0.9–1.1%
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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Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.65–0.95%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing

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Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish

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Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Xanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Parfum~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Isohexadecane~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Panthenol~0.25–0.45%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polysorbate 60~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

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.

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Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Lactic acid~0.2–0.4%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliationAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

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Nasturtium officinale extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Used as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant properties

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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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Arctium lappa root extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating

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Hedera helix extract~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect

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Saponaria officinalis extract~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Amyl cinnamal~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Amyl cinnamal
Citronellol~0.05%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethicone, Peg-8, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-11, Butylene glycol, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Isohexadecane, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Sorbitan isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl acetate, Polysorbate 80, Polysorbate 20, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Nasturtium officinale extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Hedera helix extract, Saponaria officinalis extract, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Limonene, Amyl cinnamal, Citronellol

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