Botanics Organic Facial Oil
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingArgania spinosa kernel oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed + 1 moreGood evidence
“Cruelty-free & sustainably sourced Lightweight, non-greasy formulation absorbs quickly into the skin Locks in moisture for up to 8 hours Formulated with cold-pressed organic rosehip oil Uplifting essential oil blend of geranium, orange, lemon and bergamotMade in United Kingdom Use every morning and evening after cleansing.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: argania spinosa kernel oil, rosa canina fruit 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).
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“Leaves skin looking radiant and smooth with a more even tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Limonene, Citronellol + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedArgania spinosa kernel oil~8–12.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilRosa canina fruit oil~4.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilLimonene~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~2.3–3.4%
Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Pelargonium graveolens leaf oilGeraniol~1–1.5%
Citrus aurantium sinensis peel extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.4–1%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.2–0.8%
- 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 oilCitral~0.1–0.4%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium sinensis peel extract, Linalool, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citral, Citrus limon peel oil
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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