PRODUCT REVIEW
BABOR Doctor Babor Refine Cellular: Detox Vitamin Cream
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-aging
- Anti-oxidation
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Result The skin's surface feels much smoother to the touch, and the complexion has a fresh and more youthful appearance.
carnosine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
0.5% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
The skin’s surface appears smoother and the skin tone is altogether rosier.
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
0.5% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
lactic acid
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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)
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Vitamins C and E nourish the skin to help maintain its proper moisturisation keeping skin feeling younger and silky smooth.
pantolactone
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
prunus amygdalus dulcis seed
4.4% -
5.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
sesamum indicum seed oil
2% -
2.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
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Anti-oxidation
carnosine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
tartaric acid
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
0.5% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
83/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
0.5% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.4% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
decyl oleate
4% -
4.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-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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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
tocopherol
1.1% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory
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
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-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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Potential irritants
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
0.5% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.4% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
decyl oleate
4% -
4.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-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
Show more
All ingredients
decyl oleate
4% -
4.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
prunus amygdalus dulcis seed
4.4% -
5.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Decyl oleate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Porphyra umbilicalis extract, Vigna aconitifolia seed extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Urtica dioica extract, Rumex acetosa leaf extract, Lepidium sativum sprout extract, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Carnosine, Biosaccharide gum-4, Biosaccharide gum-1, Panthenol, Lecithin, Pantolactone, Tartaric acid, Sodium lactate, Caramel, Citric acid, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Glucose, Sodium sulfite, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Alcohol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Dimethicone, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Geraniol, Potassium sorbate, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Protein and oil composition of sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum, L.) grown in the Gizan area of Saudi Arabia
- Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oil
- Seed oil content and fatty acid composition in East African sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) accessions evaluated over 3 years
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Antioxidant Ability and Stability Studies of 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a Cosmetic Tyrosinase Inhibitor
- Beneficial Effects of Marine Algae-Derived Carbohydrates for Skin Health
- In vivo photoprotective effects of cosmetic formulations containing UV filters, vitamins, Ginkgo biloba and red algae extracts
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses
- VOLATILE CONSTITUENTS FROM THE FLOWERS OF TWO SPECIES OF HONEYSUCKLE ( LONICERA JAPONICA AND LONICERA CAPRIFOLIUM )
- Chemical composition of the essential oils from the flower, leaf and stem of Lonicera japonica
- Biological activities of the natural imidazole-containing peptidomimetics n-acetylcarnosine, carcinine and l-carnosine in ophthalmic and skin care products
- Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulations
- Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics
- Control of keratinization with á-hydroxy acids and related compounds: I. Topical treatment of ichthyotic disorders
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Method of treating wrinkles using tartaric acid
- Impact of the condition of storage of tartaric acid solutions on the production and stability of glyoxylic acid
- Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitis
- Propylene Glycol
- Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycol
- Topical Glucose Induces Claudin-1 and Filaggrin Expression in a Mouse Model of Atopic Dermatitis and in Keratinocyte Culture, Exerting Anti-inflammatory Effects by Repairing Skin Barrier Function
- Safety Assessment of Amino Acid Alkyl Amides as Used in Cosmetics
- Irritant and sensitizing potential of eight surfactants commonly used in skin cleansers: an evaluation of 105 patients
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Annex I: Clinical evidence regarding sensitisation to individual fragrance chemicals and to natural extracts