Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing5 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Infused with Macadamia and Sweet Almond Oils, the lightweight, non-greasy blend replenishes and hydrates dry skin, whilst Wheat Germs provide anti-ageing properties to help firm and plump.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, triticum vulgare germ oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
“Infused with Macadamia and Sweet Almond Oils, the lightweight, non-greasy blend replenishes and hydrates dry skin, whilst Wheat Germs provide anti-ageing properties to help firm and plump.”
This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNo support
“The bespoke, spa inspired blend of the Balance Me Super Firming Body Oil is designed to firm and smooth, address uneven skin tone and target areas prone to cellulite.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedTriticum vulgare germ oil~8.5–12.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTocopherol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilJuniperus communis fruit oil~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLavandula angustifolia flower oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant oil, can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower oilLimonene~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.35–0.8%
Citral~0.15–0.65%
Geraniol~0.1–0.45%
Citronellol~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Unknown, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Juniperus communis fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Citronellol
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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