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Anua Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Does not work for
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Contains Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract to brighten uneven skin tone with mild exfoliating effects, promoting a glow complexion.
alpha-arbutin
0.1% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
arbutin
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
niacinamide
0.9% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Contains Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract to brighten uneven skin tone with mild exfoliating effects, promoting a glow complexion.
hydroxyethyl urea
0.4% -
0.95%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
allantoin
0.1% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum
ceramide np
0.3% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
beta-glucan
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
sodium hyaluronate
0.1% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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Anti-aging
adenosine
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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)
hyaluronic acid
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
beta-glucan
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
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Anti-oxidation
arbutin
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
adenosine
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
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)
beta-glucan
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
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Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Further enriched with Alpha-Arbutin to help fade the appearance of acne scar and post-blemish redness, making skin more toned. Suitable for all skin types.
beta-glucan
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
niacinamide
0.9% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
allantoin
0.1% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Exfoliation | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
hibiscus esculentus fruit extract
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
niacinamide
0.9% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial
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
beta-glucan
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
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Potential irritants
hibiscus esculentus fruit extract
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
oryza sativa bran water
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Might be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
oryza sativa extract
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Oryza sativa bran water, 1,2-hexanediol, Oryza sativa extract, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Butylene glycol, Methyl gluceth-10, Niacinamide, Water, Hydroxyethyl urea, Glycerin, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide np, Panthenol, Water, Polyquaternium-51, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Corchorus olitorius leaf extract, Nelumbo nucifera root extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Angelica keiskei extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Water, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Beta-glucan, Sodium polyacrylate, Water, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Adenosine, Allantoin, Sodium phytate, Xanthan gum, Alpha-arbutin, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Oryza sativa extract, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Oryza sativa extract, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Oryza sativa seed protein, Ceramide np, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Defatted rice bran extract, Arbutin, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Honey extract, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Hyaluronic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Zinc stearate, Oryza sativa bran, Defatted rice bran
Sources
- The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols
- Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Anthocyanins Extracted from Oryza sativa L. in Primary Dermal Fibroblasts
- Rice antioxidants: phenolic acids, flavonoids, anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, tocopherols, tocotrienols, c-oryzanol, and phytic acid
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatology
- Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3(2), 88–93. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x
- Safety Assessment of Hydroxyethyl Urea As Used in Cosmetics
- Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systems
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
- Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulations
- Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Polyphenol Composition and Antioxidant Potential of Hibiscus esculentus L. Fruit Cultivated in Nigeria
- β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healing
- Anti-Wrinkle Therapy: Significant New Findings in the Non-Invasive Cosmetic Treatment of Skin Wrinkles with Beta-Glucan
- Skin Health Promotion Effects of Natural Beta-Glucan Derived from Cereals and Microorganisms: A Review
- Anticancer properties of low molecular weight oat beta-glucan – An in vitro study
- A critical review on production and industrial applications 2 of beta-glucans
- Improving skin function with CM-glucan, a biological response modifier from yeast
- Preparation, characterization, and biological properties of β-glucans
- Characterization of a new beta(1-3)-glucan branching activity of Aspergillus fumigatus
- Evaluation of anti-wrinkle efficacy of adenosine-containing products using the FOITS technique
- Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoin
- Protection Against Free Radicals (UVB Irradiation) of a Water-Soluble Enzymatic Extract from Rice Bran. Study Using Human Keratinocyte Monolayer and Reconstructed Human Epidermis
- Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Wax, Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax, Oryza Sativa (rice)Bran Extract, Oryza Sativa (rice) Extract, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Powder, Oryza Sativa (rice) Starch, Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, and Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Arbutin - Commentaty
- TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMA
- Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humans