Antipodes

Antipodes Blessing Anti-Pollution Face Serum

Name: Antipodes - Blessing Anti-Pollution Face Serum
Brand: Antipodes

Efficacy62/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Anti-aging

Vitis vinifera seed extract, Hyaluronic acid + 2 more

May help

What the product description says

“Kiwi seed oil - High in Omega 3 as well as Vitamins C and E, to help improve skin elasticity and reduce fine lines.”

Source: Content

This product contains vitis vinifera seed extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~0.2–0.8%

Hyaluronic acidEffect: LowOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation~0.3–0.7%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.3–0.7%

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateUnder-dosedA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.35–0.75%

Evens skin tone

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate

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What the product description says

“Marshmallow bloom and liquorice root brighten skin, targeting micro-pigmentation.”

Source: Content

This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals~1.6–2.3%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Vitis vinifera seed extract, Zingiber officinale root extract + 4 more

Works well

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

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~0.2–0.8%

Zingiber officinale root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking~3.4–5.1%

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals~1.6–2.3%

Althaea officinalis root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation~1.1–1.6%

TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.3–0.7%

Moisturizing

Side benefit · Coco-caprylate, Persea gratissima oil + 9 more

Works

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: hyaluronic acid.

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, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.

Coco-caprylateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture~22–33%

Persea gratissima oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function~3.7–5.5%

Brassica campestris seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~2–3.1%

Althaea officinalis root extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation~1.1–1.6%

Pongamia glabra seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.55–1.25%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens 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.~0.45–1%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.85%

Hyaluronic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation~0.3–0.7%

Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.4–0.9%

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.35–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

14 strong irritants: Zingiber officinale root extract, Parfum + 12 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 23 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Zingiber officinale root extractA plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lackingHigh~3.4–5.1%est.

Althaea officinalis root extractA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammationHigh~1.1–1.6%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.2–0.75%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Cinnamal—High~0.15–0.65%est.

Cinnamyl alcohol—High~0.15–0.65%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.5%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.5%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

FarnesolAdded to create a nice product smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Isoeugenol—High~0.05–0.1%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.01–0.05%est.

Coco-caprylateAn emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product textureMedium~22–33%est.

Persea gratissima oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier functionMedium~3.7–5.5%est.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~1.6–2.3%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.4–2%est.

Actinidia chinensis seed oil—Medium~0.5–1.2%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens 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.Medium~0.45–1%est.

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)Medium~0.35–0.75%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

1 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

Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateHelps oil and water mix together3/5~1.4–2%est.

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Coco-caprylate~22–33%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture

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Persea gratissima oil~3.7–5.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function

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Brassica campestris seed oil~4.4–6.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Zingiber officinale root extract~3.4–5.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking

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Alpinia officinarum root extract~2.7–4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Brassica campestris seed oil~2–3.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~1.6–2.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Reduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~1.4–2%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Althaea officinalis root extract~1.1–1.6%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation

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Oryza sativa bran extract~0.9–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product consistency

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Pongamia glabra seed oil~0.55–1.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Actinidia chinensis seed oil~0.5–1.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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.

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Asteriscus graveolens flower/fruit/leaf/stem extract~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Glyceryl caprylate~0.4–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Hyaluronic acid~0.3–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation

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Tocopherol~0.3–0.7%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizingAnti-aging

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

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.35–0.75%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizing

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate

Vitis vinifera seed extract~0.2–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

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Actinidia deliciosa fruit extract~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Parfum~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Cinnamal~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Cinnamyl alcohol~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Citral~0.15–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Citronellol~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.1–0.4%

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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Eugenol~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Farnesol~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Added to create a nice product smell. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Isoeugenol~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Linalool~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Coco-caprylate, Persea gratissima oil, Brassica campestris seed oil, Zingiber officinale root extract, Alpinia officinarum root extract, Brassica campestris seed oil, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Althaea officinalis root extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Pongamia glabra seed oil, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Asteriscus graveolens flower/fruit/leaf/stem extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Hyaluronic acid, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Actinidia deliciosa fruit extract, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Cinnamal, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Isoeugenol, Linalool

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	AntipodesBlessing Anti-Pollution Face SerumYOUR PRODUCT	Nø CosmeticsSerum Hyper Calm 2-Phase Cloud Azelaic Acid	True NorthFacial Serum - Be True	EssanoAdvanced Brightening Vitamin C Serum
Match	—	34%	34%	33%
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Shared key ingredients	—	3 of 7	3 of 7	3 of 7
Key difference	—	Azelaic Acid	Prickly Pear Seed Oil	Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Medium
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Product summary

"Antipodes - Blessing Anti-Pollution Face Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Humectants (hyaluronic acid 0.30% - 0.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Antipodes" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Price

The product retails for 35.00£ in the United Kingdom.

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.

1
Some phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological properties of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe): A review of recent researchsciencedirect.com
2
Chemical and nutritional evaluation ofPongamia glabra oil andAcacia auriculaeformis oillink.springer.com
3
Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
4
Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
5
Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
7
Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Careonlinelibrary.wiley.com
8
Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egyptjournals.lww.com
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Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
10
Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countriesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
11
Assessment of penetration of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate into biological membranes by molecular dynamicssciencedirect.com
12
Stability evaluation of tocopheryl acetate and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate in isolation and incorporated in cosmetic formulations using thermal analysisscielo.br
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A new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), prevents UV-induced skin pigmentation through its anti-oxidative propertiessciencedirect.com
14
New lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), suppresses senile lentigo through controlling of melanocytes-keratinocytes interactionmorressier.com
15
Safety Assessment of Vitis Vinifera (Grape)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics cir-safety.org
16
The Topical Effect of Grape Seed Extract 2% Cream on Surgery Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Review of the Pharmacological Effects of Vitis vinifera (Grape) and its Bioactive Constituents: An Updatecore.ac.uk
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Annex I: Clinical evidence regarding sensitisation to individual fragrance chemicals and to natural extractsec.europa.eu

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