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APIVITA Express Beauty Face Mask with Royal Jelly
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APIVITA Express Beauty Face Mask with Royal Jelly

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Panthenol, Glycerin + 12 more
Works well
What the product description says
“olive oil, shea butter, hyaluronic acid”
Source: Lookfantastic US

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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.45–1.05%
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~3.8–5.6%
Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~1.1–1.6%
Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation~0.45–1%
Royal jellyKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%
MelKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it~0.3–0.75%
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~0.2–0.7%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.55%
Hydrolyzed wheat proteinKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten~0.15–0.6%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin~1.5–2.2%
Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.1–1.7%
Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.15–0.55%
LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.75%
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~0.1–0.45%
Anti-aging
Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol
Not delivered
What the product description says
“firms and rejuvenates”
Source: Skinstore

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.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~1.1–1.6%
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~0.1–0.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
11 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Parfum + 9 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 22 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Royal jellyHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinHigh~0.35–0.8%est.
Citrus aurantium amara flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.35%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.35%est.
CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.3%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.3%est.
Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.3%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Cinnamyl alcohol—High~0.05–0.15%est.
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.01–0.1%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~1.5–2.2%est.
Sodium acrylates copolymerUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.6–1.4%est.
Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium~0.45–1%est.
Hydrolyzed wheat proteinCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to glutenMedium~0.15–0.6%est.
HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.1–0.45%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~0.1–0.45%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.15–0.55%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.45%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.1–0.45%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
Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~1.1–1.6%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~3.8–5.6%
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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Propanediol~3.2–4.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Water~2.4–3.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Propanediol dicaprylate~1.9–2.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~1.5–2.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Sorbitol~1.1–1.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.1–1.6%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Sodium acrylates copolymer~0.6–1.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Panthenol~0.45–1.05%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

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

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Olea europaea fruit oil~0.45–1%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

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Royal jelly~0.35–0.8%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Mel~0.3–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it

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Lecithin~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.15–0.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.7%
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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Ziziphus jujuba seed extract~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.55%
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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Phytoecdysteroids~0.15–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Sideritis raeseri flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.45%
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.

More about Tocopheryl acetate
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
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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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Tocopherol~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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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Disodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Sideritis perfoliata flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Sideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Sideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract
Hydrolyzed wheat starch~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Parfum~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Limonene~0.1–0.35%
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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Citronellol~0.1–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Hydroxycitronellal~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating

More about Hydroxycitronellal
Cinnamyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Cinnamyl alcohol
Citral~0.01–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

More about Citral
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

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

More about Benzyl alcohol
Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Water, Propanediol dicaprylate, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Sorbitol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Panthenol, Olea europaea fruit oil, Royal jelly, Mel, Lecithin, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ziziphus jujuba seed extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Phytoecdysteroids, Sideritis raeseri flower/leaf/stem extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl acetate, Pentylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Sideritis perfoliata flower/leaf/stem extract, Sideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract, Hydrolyzed wheat starch, Parfum, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Benzyl alcohol

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Acrylates Copolymer and 33 Related Cosmetic Ingredientsjournals.sagepub.com
  3. 3
    Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
  4. 4
    Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
  5. 5
    Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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    Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
APIVITA Express Beauty Face Mask with Royal Jelly
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